Choosing The Best Computer Accessories

Having a computer without and Internet connection or a printer is like having a car without a steering wheel.  But with today’s technology, computers are not just for printing, writing a document or for storing data.  Technology has raised the bar.  It has moved up to the next level of experience, which includes interactive gaming and home entertainment. 

On another note, fiber optic cables are now being studied to possibly transmit data in short distances and eventually in smaller components.  Objective of the study is to use fiber optics to speed up PCs.  And with these ongoing studies, in seven to ten years time, you would see and experience a different level of processing, gaming and entertainment.

Going back to computer accessories, if you are looking for an upgrade for your current PC, going online will give you a wide array of cool and exciting computer accessories such as cooling devices, computer case, industrial chassis or even your speakers and storage solutions.  But on top of these accessories that are up for grabs, there are accessories that are on top of the list when it comes to upgrading the experience.  Listed below is a list of these accessories:

1.     Laptop bags – this changed the way laptops are viewed now a day.  Having a fashionable laptop bag is now a must.  It doesn’t matter if you are a man or a woman, each has individual preferences when it comes to the type of bag that will carry their laptop.  Bags come in different colors and styles.  Most of the manufacturers have also customized the size that will accurately fit the size of the laptop whether it’s a 13”, 15” or a 17” notebook.  One can also choose if it will be for corporate, casual or sporty use.

2.     Speakers – computers are not only for data processing but are now being used as a form of entertainment.  Having quality speakers is a must.  Corporate presentations are now using speakers in playing videos as part of the visual presentation.  Have you heard of the word edutainment?  It is the use of multimedia in teaching and in the learning experience of the audience and this would require the use of dependable speakers.

3.     Gears for Gaming – using your mouse or your keyboard are old school.  If you have been using these accessories, you’re missing the fun.  Gaming gears are now a huge hit.  There are racing wheels and joysticks that are connected to the computer that will give you a different kind of gaming experience.  Have you heard of the “force feedbacks”?  This sends vibrations to the accessory to reflect the action on your computer giving you a more realistic and exciting experience.

4.     Web Cams – you don’t have to rely on still pictures and snail mails.  Gone are the days when it was too difficult to communicate with someone who is a thousand miles away from you.  Webcams allow you to view the person your communicating with real time by using Skype, Facetime or other appications available.  It also allows you to take pictures without the use of a real camera.

5.     Wireless Gears – who would want a room full of clutter?  With today’s wireless technology, you don’t have to have multiple connections to transfer data or receive data.  There is Bluetooth technology that allows the user to be connected to another device and share files in the absence of wires or connectors.  Now you can buy a wireless mouse, keyboard and a mouse pad.

6.     External Drives – you don’t have to worry about space if you have big files that need to be stored.  External storage drives are readily available in the market with different bytes depending on your size requirement.  You don’t have to worry about crashes and missing data.  You can now perform backups to protect data from possible loss.

Installing these devices is not too difficult.  Read the manual before buying any device to make sure that you are purchasing the right device that will fit your PC or Laptop.  You can buy online but make sure that you get it from a reputable company.