printing [Re: [lug] April 8 BLUG talk idea]

[The Matt]

On Fri, 2004-03-26 at 11:05, Bill Gjestvang wrote:
> Printing for Linux has gotten much better lately.  RedHat's printer
> configuration is as easy as Windows, IMO.  Nice gui, pick your printer by
> brand and model from a drop down, pick the device type (local/network),
> and you're in business.

Note, though, if you use CUPS via the web interface, NEVER, NEVER, NEVER
use the Fedora/Redhat utilities.  In fact, REMOVE THEM!  The reason is
everytime you upgrade the utility your CUPS and printcap info will be
overwritten and your printers will go nuts (say brightness = 0%).  Just
a warning.
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