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Of mice and keyboards
Keyboards: The keyboard and mouse that come with your newly
minted PC will probably be adequate, but you may want to consider
some notable variations. If you use the Internet extensively, consider
a keyboard (such as Logitech's Deluxe Access 104 or Microsoft's
Internet Keyboard) that has one-touch keys to load your Web browser
or e-mail program or to take you to specific Web sites. Other keyboards
double as USB hubs, so you can connect devices right up front instead
of fiddling around behind the PC. Hate wires? Wireless keyboards,
such as Logitech's Cordless iTouch and Interlink's VersaPoint Wireless
Keyboard, can do the trick. Hands hurting? After consulting with
your doctor, you might want to consider Microsoft's contoured Natural
Keyboard Pro or Goldtouch's split Adjustable Keyboard.
Mice: In the mouse realm, you'll find similar offerings.
Wheel mice from Microsoft dominate, but Logitech and others have
competitive products, including wireless versions. These can be
time- or hand-savers, thanks to little wheels that let you quickly
scroll through pages and menus without clicking scroll bars.
The only catch? Many PC vendors won't offer these more specialized
input devices. You'll probably have the option to buy a Microsoft
keyboard or mouse, and that's about it.
The bottom line: If the vendor includes a keyboard and mouse,
take 'em, but if you're an active Web surfer or a carpal tunnel
syndrome sufferer, start shopping for better input devices. Just
make sure the keyboard interface (PS/2 or USB) works with the ports
on your system.
Operating Systems and Softwares
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