Samba for scanner?

[Michael West <web@mitzit.net>]

I am considering purchasing an "all-in-one" printer/scanner/copier/fax.
I only need the printer to work from linux, the scanner must be
available to windows (XP).  

What set up would you recommend?  Can I share a scanner from Linux? I
have not been able to find any information on this.  I am hoping that
there is something like raw access through Samba for printing so that
windows can use its own drivers.

I also have not found any information on how to connect a Linux box to a
shared windows printer - except in the online TOC of some books for
purchase, so I suspect it can be done.  

Please advise.