You will spend nearly all of your computing time using your mouse and keyboard so it pays to invest in a trusted brand with a reputation for quality. Features to look out for include wireless connection using radio frequencies (RF) which removes the need for a connection cable and gives you more freedom to move and less clutter. Optical tracking replaces the traditional mouse ball with a laser sensor which increases the pointer accuracy, removes the need for a mouse mat and saves you the hassle of having to regularly clean the mouse ball and mechanical rollers.

Other useful features include a tilting mouse wheel which allows you to horizontally scroll large windows, extra programmable buttons for frequently used functions and an on screen magnifier to get a close up view of your desktop.