Chapter 12
Expanding Your Laptop's Universe
IN THIS CHAPTER
Connecting a USB device
Expanding the USB universe
Using Bluetooth
Adding an extra keyboard or mouse
Connecting an external monitor
Using the laptop with the lid closed
When your laptop’s contents don’t meet up with your portable computing desires, you move into the forbidden territory of adding the dreadful peripheral. It’s not that peripherals are bad. No, the problem with peripherals and various items clinging to a laptop is that such a configuration flies in the face of being “lite” and mobile. Still, an entire universe of external goodies is available to your laptop, like an electronic cafeteria of digital delights. If you can find room in your laptop bag, go for it!
USB Expansion Options
Similar to a desktop computer, the primary way you expand your laptop’s universe is by adding USB peripherals. Whether your laptop ...
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