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It looks like everybody has a laptop today and if you don't have one; you most likely are thinking and saving your money to buy one for your self in the future. When purchasing your own laptop, you’re also confronted with the many accessories that are available for it to enhance its performance. Here are my MUST have accessories for laptops. 1: Protective Laptop Case / Bag Get the most important laptop accessories – laptop bag. This must be bought together with your laptop. This will protect your laptop from spills, scratches, and falls. Plus, carrying your laptop in a sleek case looks more professional than your college backpack. Laptop bags range from cheap $25 bags to a hundred dollar leather case. Whichever one you get, consider the quality and not just the price. Check for waterproofing, shock absorbing capacity, and pockets for added convenience. 2. Real USB Mouse Your laptop has eraser nubs and trackpads which are convenient when working in vehicle. However, for stable surfaces like in a cafe or conference room, a mouse pad is more suitable. By using an actual USB mouse, you refrain from blocking the screen each time you maneuver the pointer around the screen. Even though you think you won't use it, keep it handy. 3. Portable Laptop Desks Portable laptop desks are an invaluable laptop accessory for mobile professionals. It is a padded that allows a laptop to stay cool while protecting your lap. The stand is angled to allow comfortable typing and viewing of the laptop screen while the covering is textured so the laptop does not slide off the stand when used at an angle. Not only do they prevent laptop burn but they enable you to work in more comfortable positions and some also enable you to use an external mouse to help you work more productively. 4. Disposable Cleansing Cloths Your thousand-dollar laptop may look sleek the first time you use it. But over time, finger oils and dust can make it look grimy. Instead of using paper towels and spray cleaners, use disposable cleaning cloths. This is specifically designed to clean and wipe the surfaces of your laptop. Make sure the cloths are not abrasive to avoid scratching your laptop. 5. USB Drive A USB drive is a storage device about the size of your thumb that plugs directly into a USB port. It makes a great temporary backup medium for the really important files you create on the road. Very useful for moving files quickly and easily from one computer to another, e.g., moving a PowerPoint presentation from your laptop to your business associate's laptop.
With the variety of accessories out there, it can be certainly overwhelming to figure out what you really need for your laptop. . I'm not telling you to go ahead and buy every gadget that promise better laptop performance. It depends upon your needs and plans with your computer. Happy Shopping! |
