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Plain-English buying guides and comparisons for the gear on your desk: monitors, docks, keyboards, chairs, Wi-Fi and the small computers that run it all, so you can pick what fits your work.
One long guide per topic that covers what matters before you buy.
Keyboards and mice
How to choose an ergonomic keyboard and mouse in Australia: the main designs compared by shape, tilt and fit, what to check at the shop, and four picks from Australian retailers.
OhmNook is a home office technology publication for people who work, create and stay connected from home. We help you understand the equipment you use every day, from your desk and chair to your computer and Wi-Fi.
Our buying guides, product comparisons and practical explainers cover monitors, laptops, docks, keyboards, storage, video-call equipment and more. We explain the features, compatibility requirements and trade-offs that matter for different spaces, budgets and ways of working.
Our goal is to make choosing and using your equipment simpler, so you can build a comfortable, capable workspace and spend on upgrades that serve a real purpose.
New guides and advice from across the site, newest first.
Four ergonomic keyboards you can buy from Australian retailers: a curved split, a compact wave, a fully split and a mechanical one, with who should buy each and who should skip it.
Four webcams sold by Australian retailers for Zoom and Teams, from a USB-A 1080p camera to certified 4K, plus what to check at the shop.
Vertical mouse or trackball? One changes your grip, the other changes how you point. Who should buy the Logitech Lift, who the MX Ergo S, and what to check at Australian shops.
Logitech’s full-size MX keyboards for Australian buyers: quiet scissor keys or low-profile mechanical switches, and what to check at Officeworks, JB Hi-Fi or Amazon AU.
Three two- and four-bay NAS boxes from Synology and QNAP, sold by Australian retailers, with the bays, RAID options, network ports and warranties each maker lists, and what a NAS can and cannot do for your backups.
Start with the part of your setup that gets in the way of your work. Before buying, note what you already own, the space available and the problem you want to solve.
Think about the windows you keep open, the size of your desk and how far you sit from the screen. Compare monitor size, resolution and adjustment options, then check which display connections your computer supports.
Explore home office monitor guidesList your monitors, keyboard, storage and other accessories before choosing a dock. Check your laptop’s port capabilities, charging requirements and supported display setup together; a matching connector alone does not confirm compatibility.
Notice whether slowdowns affect one device or the whole home, and whether they happen in the same room. Check router placement and connection options before deciding whether a router upgrade, mesh system or wired connection fits your workspace.
