Practice Typing -
Using Desktop Computers

Practice typing using desktop computers. It is the best decision a typist can make when it comes to creating documents.  A desktop computer is made up of :

  • A monitor
  • CPU/Central Processing Unit or a Brain
  • A Keyboard
  • A mouse and
  • Speakers

Whether working at home or in the office a desktop computer is better to use than a laptop.  There are many reasons which is discussed below.

Practice Typing Using Desktop Computers -
The Computer is on a Desk

When a desktop computer is placed on an office desk it will never be removed from that day onward.  A typist will never have to move her desktop computer at any time during her working hours at home or in the office. It stays on one desk at all times.  There is also a variety of desk you can choose from when purchasing a desk for your computer.

Practice Typing Using Desktop Computers -
Easy to Maintain

When a typist has finished creating documents for the day all she needs to do is cover her desktop computer.  There are different types of materials and makeup that are designed to cover the desktop computer. It can be purchased or made at home to cover the monitor screen, keyboard and Central Processing Unit or Tower/Brain 

The Keyboard can be cleaned or sanitized easily.  It is cheaper to replace a keyboard or a mouse but they last very long.  Keyboards can also be changeable if another typist is not pleased with the original keyboard.

There are also different types of keyboards to choose from if you have health issues. This will be discussed under the topic (Ergonomics).

Practice Typing Using Desktop Computers
- Lasts longer

A desktop computer lasts longer than a laptop computer.  Why?

  1. It will never be moved so there is no chances of it falling by mistake
  2. It does not have a monitor screen to close after use
  3. It lasts longer than a laptop because parts are always available and can quickly be replaced
  4. Mouse, Keyboard and Monitor does not have to change if problems occur with CPU.
  5. You can also update your Mouse, Keyboard and Monitor to the latest style if you can afford it.
  6. It cannot be damaged by young children at home according to where it is located.


Practice Typing Using Desktops
- Disadvantage of Using a Laptop

A Laptop is a compact device which consists of a monitor and a keyboard.

The Advantage of using a laptop is that it can be used on a table or any other flat area or on your lap as it is called. It can also be carried from home to office using a laptop bag or casing in the shape of a brief case.

There are many disadvantages of using a laptop in the office or at home to create documents:

  1. There is a constant moving of laptops after use for safe keeping
  2. It can be easily stolen because of its size and weight
  3. It has to be constantly closed and open after use
  4. The constant opening and closing of the monitor lid can cause it to become slack and hinges can be broken
  5. Because of constant use of a laptop there can be overheating because of small fans
  6. Replacing parts of a laptop can be expensive to replace with new one because of price and length of time to access parts especially if your laptop has become outdated.
  7. If left on a bed or chair young ones at home can damage it if they are left unattended.

Practice typing using desktop computers is the way to go for the typist as seen above. It is economical, durable and can be stable at all times after use.