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You have spent the majority of your career working for others. Now you’ve taken the plunge to become your own boss. Congratulations! One of the first exciting steps you will most likely want to take is setting up your home office. In today’s technology-laden world, this might seem like a daunting task, but it needn’t be.
Computer Basics
What kind of computer do you need? If you travel a lot, you might want to purchase a laptop. If you need power and you don’t travel often, consider a desktop. You can find discounts on technology items on sites such as Offers.com.
Internet Options
Most individuals who work from home will find that they need some sort of Internet connection – generally satellite or cable Internet. Decide what type of modem you need, and if you want to connect more than one device to the Internet, you will most likely want to invest in a router.
Monitor Layouts
Once you get your computer set up, consider your monitor situation. Are you all right with one monitor? If you plan to do a lot of research or if you have many programs open at once, you might want to consider purchasing one or two external monitors.
The Phone Dilemma
What kind of phone do you plan to use with your business? If you plan to send and receive faxes, you want to make sure your computer does that or use an all-in-one printer.
Printer Power
Depending on your needs, buy a basic printer or a multi-purpose one.
You don’t need to go crazy purchasing all the latest technology. Start with the basics and go from there.
