Top Ten Gifts for the Computer Addict and the Advanced Computer User

10)A flat panel monitor
So your colleague has not up-graded the monitor at home.
For $99.00, a Westinghouse 15 Inch Flat Panel TFT LCD Monitor you will gain a new best friend! You can get a 19 inch flat-panel from HP for $228.00. The user gets to free up some of the workspace with this elegant addition.

9)A USB hub
Most of us have one or two peripherals that require USB connections. The computer addict/professional must have some more devices. This hub will prevent the user from disconnecting one device to use another with USB connectivity. From $19 to $199.99, you have a wide range of options. A couple of USB cables will help too.

8)An ergonomic office chair
Think hours of work. Think sitting in a chair for most of the day. You or your friend would need comfort. Ergo the ergonomic chair. While the cheaper ones are $29.99, a high-end chair can set you back $199.99. These chairs are adjustable in height and the backrest can be position to suit your posture. They are very customizable. For a one time buy, if you ask me, its a stroke of genius.

7)Back support
So your chair idea has been shelved. Don't want to give such a bulky gift and wait for delivery(in some cases)? However, according to surveys, most computer professionals develop back and posture issues after hours of work at the terminal You can still help with a lumbar cushion.

A prescription cushion like the Therapist Select Shiatsu Massaging Cushion will cost around $149.95. A lumbar support cushion will cost around $11.99. Either way, you are lending support.

6)A Flash card reader
As if all that work is not enough, some of us opt to work on the road. Get them this Flash card reader for $24.99. A seven in one Flash-card reader from Viking is perfect for all those data that need to be at hand at all times. The best part about the flash card reader is that for some models, you do not have to turn your computer on to insert or remove the card.

5)A Wireless router
A Linksys wireless router will give the laptop user freedom to move about. At $44.00 its very affordable. You will find models for $129.99 as well. Depends on what you want to get. The lowest price you can pay for a wireless router? $19.00!

4)A NYKO mouse
The mouse and the keyboard
A mouse from NYKO comes with a built-in fan that cools and dries the hand of the user . No sweaty hands! People who have to work at their terminal for long hours will appreciate this gift. This costs $16.00

3) Roll-up keyboard
Wait, I have not informed you about the one gift that every laptop user will like: The roll-up key board. It looks like key board. Is it a mat? You can bundle it up compactly and it will fit in your backpack. It makes keying data in more comfortable than using the laptop's keyboard. This keyboard is like the regular keyboard, with 104 keys. It has the QWERTY layout, but being dust and moisture proof, it will remain efficient for long.

It costs around $23.00 The raised keys make it even more user-friendly. The laptop using road warrior, the PhD student, the LAN guys will all love you for putting so much thought into their long hours with their computers.

2)A rearview mirror
Surfing the web is very akin to taking to the roads. Ever find yourself sitting in front of the monitor and wondering if anyone can see your screen while walking by? Well, here is a solution.

Get a rearview mirror. It sits on either side of the monitor and lets one know who is approaching, so that you can close your e-mail or pages with confidential information before someone spies on you. Cost: $9.99.

1)An Anti-glare screen
An anti-glare screen of course reduces glare. In addition , it increases the sharpness of the picture and prevents radiation. In fact antiglare screens should be built-in! they range from $18.00 to $90.00. It caters to 16 and 17 inch monitors. If your friend is sitting at the terminal for hours, then this is the perfect gift.