Guide Picks - Start first with protecting your new investment so that you will be able to get the most work and fun from your laptop. These also make for interesting gifts for Father's Day if you are really stumped for ideas.

• Laptop Bag Buyer's Guide -
  
  This laptop bag buyer's guide will give you what you need to know before buying a laptop bag. Mobile professionals should understand what important considerations and features must be kept in mind when buying a laptop bag. Use this Buyer's Guide to help you make your decision and buy the best laptop bag.
• Security Cables -
  
  Using a notebook security cable just may be one of the easiest methods of protecting your notebook against theft. Notebook security cables can be and should be used in any location where you may have to leave your laptop such as your hotel room or co-worker's office.
• Laptop Battery Care -
  
  Take care of your laptop battery and ensure that it will be ready to work properly when you need it most. Some general tips for laptop care include: avoid extreme temperatures, don’t leave a laptop outside in cold weather or leave it in a hot car. Cold batteries can’t create very much power and hot batteries will discharge very quickly.

A couple handy accessories you may find very useful while traveling are:

• Wireless Laptop Mice -
  
  When you want a truly compact mouse when traveling, a wireless laptop mouse is a great accessory. Always keep spare batteries on hand and remember that shiny or reflective surfaces can interfere with optical mice. Wireless laptop mice just seem to go great when using wireless Internet access.
• Web Cameras -
  
  Web cams provide you with the ability to connect with co-workers and participate in meetings, without leaving your home office. These are a very valuable tool for telecommuters. With a web camera you can use it to keep in touch, and keep that "face time" with your co-workers.

Laptops 101 - While laptops don't include as many upgradeable components as desktops, you still have the option to upgrade your laptop as budget and needs require. Do you know which parts can be upgraded? Find out which laptop components can be upgraded and why you might consider upgrading them.

Laptops 101 - Your laptop display is one of the most important features and if you understand how it works and what choices to make when looking at different laptop models you can select the best laptop model for your needs. A laptop display can make it much easier to work - especially while traveling and you need to know what to look for and what choices you have available.

Laptops 101 - For many mobile professionals who are new to laptops, understanding the I/O (input/output) ports can be confusing. Learn more about the different ports which can be included on laptops and which will allow you to get the most productivity from your laptop. Not all laptops have the same configurations and what works for someone else may not be what you need.