<p>I am buying a Mac book to bring to school but wondered if most kids bring their own printers too? I know they say they have printers in the dorms but would it be more convenient to have my own printer in the room? What do most kids do?</p>
<p>Most kids have their own printer. It’s just a lot easier that way. If you have to buy a new printer, it’s helpful to have one that makes copies, too. (the all-in-one machines are great, and cheap now)</p>
<p>Many kids find the scanner function to be extremely useful. I second the recommendation for an inexpensive all-in-one machine!</p>
<p>i agree that having an all-in-one is very useful. you may need to scan and send an assignment in, or copy notes if you missed class. i dont have one myself, but my dorm is not crowded. but i have gone and used my friend’s all in one many times</p>
<p>if you do end up buying one, make sure you get a laser one, an inkjet one will run out fast and cost a lot. the initial cost of a laser might be more, but it’s worth it</p>
<p>something like this</p>
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<p>or check out craigslist/ebay for an old scanner and laser printer, they can be pretty cheap. (my cousin gave me his scanner for free, and I picked up an old laser printer for about $50, works great), and many kids are graduating so you can probably pick something up from them for a good price</p>
<p>if you are transfer student it may not be worth it to get one</p>