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It is difficult with Windows (if possible), but you can download PRINTLOCK from http://www.printerpassword.com - it will allow you to password protect any printer.

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Q: You want to password protect your home printer it is not on a network but you just want to have to type in a password in order to allow anyone to print their document IS this possible to do?
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