Printer and copying to Windows partition

Hi

Thanks for help with previous problem OpenOffice now working perfectly. There are still a couple of minor problems I need to sort out:

1. I can find how to configure my HP deskjet portable. It is a bit acient, but I think there should be drivers. I also find CUPS difficult to get a theoretical grasp of, any simple advice.

2. I am not able to copy files onto my Windows partition, I can does this with other distros and it is very useful. Any help will be most welcome.

Cheers

Hopeful