Other external hardware:

Web cam:

Web camera (web cam) is a device that is used for net meeting. By using the web camera and internet connection , video and audio can both transmit through the internet. Net meeting can therefore be hold which is a better communication way than using telephone as it provides both video and audio.

Handwriting pad:

Handwriting pad is a device that is used for inputting Chinese word. Instead of typing the Chinese word by some different Chinese input method, you can write the words by using the handwriting pad instead. It can also be used for drawing. However, the lower accuracy and the inputting speed are the common disadvantages of handwriting pad.

Mp3 player:

Mp3 player is an external device that is used for playing .mp3 format audio files. By connecting an Mp3 player with a computer, .mp3 audio files can be transferred from your own PC to your Mp3 players, vice versa. Afterward you can enjoy your music whenever and wherever you like. Mp3 player has a lot of advantages. In compare with traditional CD player, Mp3 player is smaller in size. And it contains memories itself (most common are 128Mb and 256Mb) which can stores a large amount of songs (around 30 songs for 128 Mb memories) and you no need to bring a lot of CDs anymore. That's why Mp3 player is becoming widely used nowadays.