Either way, there's an ergonomic price to pay with notebook computers. What You Can Do Portable computers don't have to be painful. Keyboard comfort can vary widely. Type for at least several minutes on a notebook in the store to test comfort. If that's not possible, buy online only if you can get a full refund.
Ergonomic experts recommend docking stations or port replicators.
A docking station facilitates plugging external devices such as mice, keyboards, and other external peripherals to notebooks. That way you can avoid the ergonomic pitfalls of notebook use and still get the portability benefits. Use Key Commands. Notebook trackpads and eraser-type pointing devices are very stressful to your hands, says Quilter. Whenever possible, use key commands, shortcuts, and drop-down menus instead, she recommends.