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Tips To Travel Light With Your Laptop
Few of us can do without a laptop now, in our work requirements, and there is inevitably a lot of carting to and forth, this all important device.
And since one is typically required to travel or commute a fair bit with the laptop in tow to say nothing of a bunch [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About RSI
Repetitive Strain Injury is the kind of injury caused to the nervous system or the musculoskeletal structure that may result from a variety of forceful exertions, repetitive tasks, pressing against hard surfaces or being in still and/or awkward positions for long stretches of time.
Some of the most frequently asked questions about [...]
Light Ergonomics – What Is It?
Light ergonomics has to do with the relationship between a light source and the individual.
This can refer to insufficient light or poor distribution of light.
It also deals with factors such as poor or improper contrast, excessive glare or flickering, thermal heating and acoustic noise such as fluorescents.
Light ergonomics also deals with [...]
Correct Lighting For Your Workstation
Optimum productivity in the work place as well as minimizing stress and injury has various determining factors, and among them is lighting.
Lighting is not just about mood (though it can be important in that it can energize or depress you to the extent of impacting productivity and creativity); it is also about [...]
Does A Laptop Stand Really Make Sense?
Many will assert that laptops are for laps and certainly there are a lot of DIY laptop stands which you can make at home using common items from around the house and a bit of imagination, but for many of us getting a proper laptop stand or holder can make the difference [...]
The Most Common Computer-Related Injuries To Watch Out For
Sometimes computer use and immobile in one place for extended periods of time can cause stress, strain and injuries that we may not even be aware of, which is why it is important to know about the commonly occurring computer related injuries and to vigilantly watch out for them, before they [...]
A Large Laptop Screen For Better Ergonomics
Sony and all the others may extol the virtues of their new super small, super slim, super light laptops till they are blue in the face, but let’s face it; this is not exactly in the interest of reducing work stress and strain.
Those nifty little pocket books are literally that pocketbooks and [...]
The Ergonomic Workstation – It’s Personal
By definition, Ergonomics is the science of designing the job, equipment[Ergonomic equipment], and workplace to fit the worker, with the accent on the individual worker.
While some of us are five feet nothing and others tower over others at well over 6 feet, and while some of us may be suitable for the [...]
What Is The Vertical Computer Mouse?
The vertical computer mouse is one that is differently shaped and is designed to support the mouse using hand in the position of a handshake and claims to eliminate forearm twisting.
A regular mouse, known as the horizontal mouse, to distinguish it from the vertical mouse, causes your forearm to twist away [...]
Healthy Computer Use Positions – A Checklist
For all of us that use computers or wok on computers for extended periods of time, need to be aware of the many health hazards that lurk and which we may well be unaware of.
Here is a check list of dos and don’ts for computer that could help you check potentially harmful [...]
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