A is for Accessories
Like every good outfit, a computer is only complete with the right accessories. If you think all you need is the standard mouse and keyboard that come with most traditional computers, think again. Here are the must have computer accessories.
- An external hard drive: If something were to happen to your current computer and all of your fileswork documents, pictures, music, your son’s 20 page term paper due tomorrowwere no longer accessible. To prevent your precious files from disappearing forever, back up files you wouldn’t want to lose on an external hard drive.
- A wireless keyboard and mouse: Whether you use a desktop computer or a laptop, a wireless mouse and keyboard can work wonders for your computer’s versatility. You can use them traditionally, or hook your computer up to your TV and surf the web from the comfort of your couch. We recommend the Logitech Cordless MX Duo Keyboard and Mouse.
- Speakers: Sure, you’re computer came with standard working speakers, but if you’re looking to upgrade and like high sound quality there are way better speakers out there. We recommend the Audioengine 5 or 2, the Altec Lansing Expressionist Ultra MX 6021, or the M-Audio Studiophile AV 40.
- A quality printer/scanner: There is a great selection of wireless printers and scanners available today that make it easy to transfer your on screen viewing into your waiting hands. The Lexmark Interact S605 prints, scans, and copies through the use of wireless technology and an integrated touch screen. The Samsung ML-2525W wireless laser printer is also a reliable bet.
- A video camera and microphone: If your computer doesn’t come equipped with a standard built in video camera and microphone, you’ll want to buy one to stay up to date with the latest video chatting trends. Through Skype and iChat, people around the world are staying connected face to face through video chatting capabilities.