Friday, 3 May 2013

Knowing Computer Desk

By Anastasia Brown


Computer Desks-what are these?

Computer desk is a kind of furniture with a purpose of carrying or housing your personal computer. The monitor, keyboard, mouse and other parts of the personal computer such as the tower, printer, webcam and scanner can also be placed in a computer desk. Typically, the monitor of the personal computer is placed on the center of the computer desk; the tower is placed downright under the monitor while the keyboard and mouse are place in front of the monitor. There are also computer desks that have compartments at the top or above the monitor that can house the scanner and printer. While the other small parts of the computer such as the webcam can be placed at the side of the monitor.

Personal computers has a lot of cables that is connected to the computer's different parts thus it is important for a computer desk to provide a way that these cables can properly pass through at the back of the computer desk. That is why most computer desks are designed to have an open back portion or if not, they have open slots that these cables will pass through and be connected to the required parts of the personal computers.

The most expensive type of computer desk are made of wood. Computer desks that are made of fiberglass and metal are also other types of computer desks available.

What are the types of Computer desks?

-First type of computer desk is the standard desk. This type of computer desk have a length that ranges from 29 to 31 inches and are normally designed to fit people of average height. This type of computer desk usually has a keyboard that is retractable and it may also drawers for storage.

-Second type of computer desk is known as executive desk which is quite similar to the standard desk in length of 29-31 inches. The difference between the two types of computer desks is that executive desks has wider desk tops. It may also have panel doors and drawers on the front to hold paper works and documents.

-The third type of computer desk is made up of of two units that form the letter L and is known as the L-shaped desk. This type of computer desks are preferred by a lot of people that has a limited storage space for their computer desk. The good thing about this type of computer desk is that it can be placed in the corner and because of that , ti will take up lesser amount of space.

- U-shaped desk-most people that prefer this kind of desk are those that need extra workspace but the disadvantage of this kind of desk is that it takes up a large number of spaces since it is consist mostly of 2 desks and a Credenza.

What are the things to consider when buying or choosing you computer desk?

-One of the most important factor to consider before buying you computer desk is the room size where you will place your computer desk. You can do this by measuring the dimensions of the room and this is done to ensure that the computer desk that you will buy completely fits the space provided for the computer desk and have sufficient space for you to move in comfortably.

-Knowing the parts of the personal computer that you will place on the computer desk is important because you need to decide whether to buy a computer desk with a lot of compartments or to buy a computer desk that has little to no compartments.

-The location of the power sources in the room. This factor should be considered to make sure that you will place the computer desk near the power source.

-Computer desks should be durable and sturdy at the same time provides comfort to the user when they utilize the personal computer. These characteristics of a computer table is important not only because it is the furniture responsible to carry or hold your computer but these factors will determine if you will be able to use your purchased computer table for a long period of time.

The decision on what type of computer desk to buy largely relies on the different needs of the individual wanting to use the computer desk. The most important thing to consider before deciding to buy a computer desk is to make sure that your choice of computer desk is well-suited for your needs, provides comfort to the computer user and is sturdy and durable to carry your personal computer.




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