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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
Prakhar Khanna

Make working from home a breeze with vetted picks for monitors, chargers, headphones and more

product photos of computer monitor, keyboard, charging stand and docking station against turquoise background
A few key upgrades can make you happier, more comfortable and more productive working from home. Photograph: Prakhar Khanna/The Guardian; Courtesy Photos

If you work from home, even just a few days a week, you need more than a laptop perched on a sticky kitchen table. A dedicated desk setup allows you to step away from distractions, plop in your office chair and get to work.

It also creates a vital separation between your personal and professional life. After spending my initial work-from-home days on a living room couch, I quickly realized the importance of creating a separate space, and I have spent seven years refining it. As a tech writer, I have tested dozens of products for my desk setup, and have found some to be totally invaluable. Here are the tried-and-true upgrades that will make working from home easier, more comfortable and even more productive.

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