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2001/1/3 [Computer/HW/Printer, Computer/SW/OS/Solaris] UID:20224 Activity:moderate
1/2     Any recommendations for a PostScript printer for a small workgroup
        which includes Linux and Solaris boxes?  It looks like I want
        the HP LaserJet 2100TN, but I'm looking for something cheaper.  Thx.
        \_ There isn't anything cheaper that's any good.
           \_ On that note, any opinion on the LaserJet 4550N?  For 1.2K
              more you get 16 ppm, 4 ppm color, and big paper tray.
                \_ The 4550 and the 4050 are both fine printers, but if the
                   2100TN is too much, those will be way too much.  -tom
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