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Guide to Laptop Accessories
A
laptop can free you from the confines of an office desk. But
a laptop with the right accessories enables you to literally
bring your whole office with you--staff and all.
No matter the brand of computer, there's a laptop accessory
to compliment it, from extra storage space for important
files to presentation devices that punch up your impact on
an audience.
Essential laptop accessories mobilize your business and can
help you:
1. Comfortably work from anywhere with laptop accessories
that hold your laptop at the right position.
2. Enlarge file storage space with a variety of portable
computer accessories.
3. Enhance presentations and meetings.
4. Keep your work secure by choosing security-driven laptop
accessories.
5. Keep in close touch with your co-workers portable
computer accessories.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Use your laptop from any location (without getting a crick
in your neck) One laptop accessory that serves multiple
purposes is the laptop stand. Not only does the laptop stand
keep your notebook cool, it properly positions the machine
for your comfort. That means no more burns on your work
surface (or your lap) and fewer body aches. Another laptop
accessory to consider: a universal laptop power adapter, so
you can plug into any type of outlet.
I recommend: I like the Belkin CushTop Notebook Stand for
those who enjoy resting their notebook on the lap. If you
like to set up shop at the hotel desk or from a table at
Starbuck's, try a sturdier model, like the Logitech Alto
Express Notebook Stand. You can pick up a universal laptop
power adapter at just about any store that sells
electronics, but I'd also take a look at Laptoptravel.com.
Store more files with laptop computer accessories as small
as your pinky finger External hard drives come in a range of
compact, portable sizes, from flash drives resembling sticks
of gum that can store word documents and spreadsheets, to
slightly larger models about the size of a date book that
can back up your entire hard drive or quickly upload a video
presentation.
I recommend: A flash drive like the Kingston DTI is
super-compact and works on any computer platform. Kingston's
Web site also offers a complete guide to flash memory in
case the DTI provides too much - or not enough - disk space.
For larger external hard drives, take a look at the Edge
DiskGO Ultra Portable Hard Drive, with capacity ranging from
40 to 160 gigabytes.
Give presentations and conduct meetings in style with laptop
computer accessories That PowerPoint presentation you worked
so hard to finish deserves more than confinement on your
laptop's 13-inch monitor. Punch it up with a good projector
or wireless presentation tool.
I recommend: The Optoma Technology EP729 DLP Projector, or a
similar model that weighs in at less than 5 pounds. While
they can get a bit pricey, the quality it adds to your
presentations will be worth the investment. Also, take a
look at Mobile Edge's Slim Line Wireless Presentation
remote, a handy, Mac or PC -compatible device that works
within a 100-foot radius of your laptop. It also has a built
-in laser pointer.
Protect your hardware and files from theft and damage Items
such as notebook security cables and surge protectors
protect from theft and acts of God. Even though it's never
wise to leave your laptop unattended, security cables are a
laptop accessory that will offer some security if you do
have to step away. Surge protectors are also a must, since
you never know when a random thunderstorm, wind gust or
brownout might cause power failure.
I recommend: A Belkin notebook security lock or TRC laptop
surge protector will help lessen your worries.
Stay connected with your co-workers with the right laptop
computer accessories A number of essential laptop
accessories allow you to attend meetings at home base from
your hotel room.
By Christine Margiotta
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