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Tools of the Trade
An important part of developing a successful Internet business
is setting up your office space. Whether you operate your business
from an office building or out of your home, having your own "space"
is an essential part of your success. Your office space should
be used exclusively for your business and be set up to best suit
your needs. Below, are some suggestions to assist you in setting
up your office:
Desk and Chair
When selecting a desk for your office, make sure you get a desk
that is specifically designed for a computer. Computer desks provide
plenty of room for your monitor, a cabinet for your computer case,
a shelf for your printer, and a slide out shelf for your keyboard.
When selecting a chair for your desk, keep in mind, you'll be
sitting in this chair for many hours. Make sure it is very comfortable
and that you try it out before you buy it. Take your time and
select a desk and chair that you'll be very comfortable with.
If you don't, you may find that you're straining yourself in one
form or another (back, neck, arms, etc.), which will result in
poor work performance.
Computer Equipment
If you haven't purchased a computer, make sure you purchase one
that will grow with you. If you don't, you'll find that you'll
either have to upgrade your system or purchase another one a few
years down the road. In addition, make sure you purchase your
computer from a reputable company that will provide you with quality
customer support.
Printer
When selecting a printer, you will basically have two options
-- laser or ink jet. You should select a printer depending on
your needs. If you'll be doing a large amount of printing and
speed and high quality are important, your best option will be
a laser printer. Laser printers produce better quality black text
than most ink jet printers, and are much faster. However, an ink
jet will enable you to print in color, which is a big advantage.
Another important consideration is the printer's resolution. The
resolution determines the print quality, and refers to the number
of dots per inch on a page -- the higher, the better. Most printers
today support a 600 x 600 dpi resolution that will produce a good
quality for most print jobs. Keep in mind, although a printer
may support as high as a 1200 x 1200 dpi (dots per inch), you
most likely won't notice any quality difference, when compared
with a 600 x 600 dpi, with most print jobs.
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