STACK #195 Jan 2021

LIFE TECH FEATURE

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IT ESSENTIALS continued

Did you know? It’s something we’re all familiar with, but where did the term Wi-Fi come from and what exactly does it mean? The common – yet erroneous – perception is that it stands for wireless fidelity, but the truth is a brand-consulting specialist conceived it. In 1999, tech leaders were seeking to put a catchy name to new high-speed wireless technology known as IEEE 802.11, which they were pushing for the world to adopt. They turned to Interbrand, who in turn came up with the far more appealing Wi-Fi – the term was born.

Networking W ith more and more devices around the house connecting to home networks, if you haven’t considered upgrading a router to accommodate the increase in online traffic, now is the time to do it. Choosing a router with Wi-Fi 6 means faster connectivity, more power efficiency and the ability to handle more data, which makes it a great choice for homes streaming 4K and even 8K content. Options include stand-alone routers or the increasingly popular mesh network systems. A mesh network is an excellent solution for bigger homes, dispensing with the need for Wi-Fi extenders. Kits come with a router and either one or two satellites that can be positioned around the house to increase the Wi-Fi reach, thus creating a mesh network.

Ergonomics E rgonomics have a come a long way since most of us parents were at school, and with good reason: correct posture and screen position can not only reduce injury to our young ones, but has also been proven to increase engagement, productivity and the quality of work. And with a good range of accessories available at JB, you can implement a good ergonomic workspace at home.

Position your MacBook to the perfect height for working with the rather fetching one-piece Twelve South Curve SE laptop stand .

Top Tips for an

Ergonomic Workspace 1. Switch your position regularly and take frequent mini breaks to keep the blood flowing 2. Keep your elbows as close to your body as possible 3. Take screen breaks every 20 minutes 4. Make sure your eyeline is level with the top third of your computer. 5. Keep your feet flat on the floor 6. Use a back support

Improved comfort for the wrist is made easy with the ErgoSoft Wrist rest . Gel-cushioning and anti-skid backing will assist both students and gamers alike.

If you need to lift two monitors off the desk to the right eye level, the Dual Monitor Arm is the gear for the job. You can adjust the height and the tilt and it simply clamps to the desk.

The Kensington Easy Rider Go works well as an ergonomic solution for a laptop and will keep it cool by increasing air circulation.

This riser for your monitor will hold screens of up to 24 inches and 36kg. There are three raise options to ensure you get the exact height for your requirements.

and maintain correct posture by sitting up straight and keeping your shoulder blades squeezed together.

The stand will take a laptop up

to 17 inches.

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