The phrase in the title does not, unfortunately for most of us, refer to a butler who brings coffee to your desk in the morning. It refers to a computer in the office that has a few special tasks to perform on behalf of others. So, perhaps in a different way it’s a little like [...]

There are dozens of quality fax machines on the market. But before considering any of them, there are decisions to make. Should you get one that attaches only to your computer, or is it better to have a central fax system? Do you even need fax hardware, or should you use software on your own [...]

When buying office furniture, we often tend to think only in terms of utility. But appearance can play a valid role, and not simply in order to impress clients. When you look for an ergonomic chair, you’re interested in one that is comfortable, with controls to adjust the back angle and arm rest height. A [...]

Small businesses need to keep their budgets tight. Weathering downturns is a challenge for every business. This principle, called capital conservation, is a major key to success, especially for those just starting out. With the cost of office furniture and equipment today, it’s more important than ever. One way to tackle that challenge is to [...]

Just as with TVs and monitors, the office projector has undergone a revolution over the past few years. What once cost $1500 or more is now only $500. At the same time, the quality and features have expanded radically. Projectors have benefited from the same advances as monitors and TVs. While, unlike monitors and TVs, [...]

Your first home office furniture and equipment will probably be made up of whatever extra you already have around. That desk you’ve been using for correspondence will do fine, you’ll say to your self. The computer may be three years old, but it still works well. So why spend more money when you have something [...]

The word ergonomic refers to the science of applying knowledge about human physiology and behavior to the design of the things people use. In the context of office equipment and furniture it can be applied to keyboard stands, monitor arms, chairs and desks, and a wide variety of other things found in the office. Far [...]

How you outfit your office plays a big role in your business results. The furniture and equipment in your office are a large factor in productivity. They may sit inert for the most part, unnoticed. But if they don’t perform as needed the results can be increased back or wrist pain, more time consumed on [...]

There are several first-rate monitor vendors. But the selection process has changed over the past few years. Today, the first task is to choose the desired monitor type – CRT, LCD or plasma. Until recently, all but those with a lot of spare cash were limited to CRT monitors. This type has a tube similar [...]

The office chair you choose plays a big role in your workday. We often give them little thought, until they break. But minute by minute, hour by hour, an office chair can help or hinder your work. Choose one that isn’t right for your particular needs and you will find yourself constantly irritated, even if [...]