Guide to Laptops

Mice – if you really can’t cope with a touchpad, then consider a separate mouse, preferably a wireless one.

Memory sticks – these are an easy way to transfer relatively small amounts of data and should never be treated as a means of long term storage.

Carrying case – not every laptop comes with a bag as standard.

Anti-virus software: Vital if you are going to make any connection to the internet and you value your data and security. Many laptops are sold with trial versions of products from major suppliers like McAfee or Symantec pre-installed.

Anti virus – absolutely vital if you’re going to connect your laptop to the net and you value your data and security. Most laptops are sold with products from main suppliers like Symantec or McAfee pre-installed.

Spare keyboard – if you find yourself working on one of the smaller laptops, you may like to get a larger keyboard for easier use. Wireless options are available here.

Printers – mobile or not, you’re going to want to print at some point. The choices to make are between inkjet, laser and all-in-ones which include extra features like copying and scanning.