alsaconf and printing

[Ed <doyleed@gmail.com>]

Hi,

I am new to Debian but basically I have it running, with at least two 
problems.  The first is every time I reboot, I have to run alsaconf 
before I can get any audio.  I haven't noticed any place where I should 
save anything.  Basically, I just bring up a terminal window, become 
root, type alsaconf, follow the screens and eventually it tells me id is 
done and to enjoy using it.  Rhythmbox, for instance, then works 
perfectly until I reboot.  Then I have to run aslaconf again.

The 2nd problem is with printing.  I have my printer connected to another 
computer on my home network that is running samba.  On the debian 
computer, I choose Desktop->Administration->Printing and Add Printer.  I 
then follow all the screens (for windows printer (smb)) and it appears 
everything is fine. It sees my network and the computer the printer is 
connected to and all seems well until I get to the last screen.  When I 
hit Apply, this windows closes, and only the original Add printer window 
is open with no new printer icon.  I am not sure what is happening here.  
Other computers on my home network print fine through the samba server.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

Ed Doyle