<p>On behalf of an incoming freshman -
I've seen references elsewhere in the W&M threads to the widespread availability of wireless printers. In the res life cost estimates I've seen a line item for estimated costs for printing. So how exactly does printing work, and what are the associated costs? Are the costs high enough to justify just bringing in your own printer?<br>
thanks</p>
<p>Printing is 5c a page in the computer lab printers. There is also the copy center on the second floor of Swem (soon to be in the basement) that prints for similar rates, but is cheaper in bulk. I found that having my own printer was convenient on many different levels. I even used the scanner in mine on a few occasions. Bring an extra ink carton.</p>
<p>For printing to computer lab printers, a charge of 5c a page is added to your student bill. I think that is sent out twice per semester(?). For the copy center, you pay with the W&M express, credit card (I think), or cash.</p>
<p>Printing and such isn’t really added to your student bill, you get a separate “technology” bill that you have to pay once a month or once every two months or something.</p>
<p>The other posters have pretty much covered it. $0.05/page that goes on your IT bill, which is issued monthly (though you can go several months without paying it before they put a hold on your account). You can pay it using W&M Express or in person at the Bursar’s office. Public printers are pretty widespread, though it is convenient to have your own.</p>
<p>I see from this old thread that printers are available throughout W&M campus, but do you recommend that students bring their own printer? Seems like it would take up valuable space in an already small room. Any suggestions would be great appreciated.</p>
<p>^I already have an all-in-one, so I’m just bringing it. My roommate and I can split the cost of the ink, which isn’t too much for the printer I have. </p>
<p>I mean, I print so much stuff that I consider it better to have it all in my room when I need it at a moment’s notice. </p>
<p>But I mean, if you don’t have a printer already, you don’t need to invest in one. You should be able to make do with the on-campus printers.</p>
<p>you can probably put your printer on the shelf above your desk.</p>
<p>It’s obviously more convenient to have a printer in your room, but like you said, the trade off is the space.</p>