BELKIN F1DK102U Compact KVM Switch with Cables

A KVM switch (Keyboard-Video-Mouse) is a major boon to anyone who has to work with more than one computer. You can change computers without having to give up the keyboard and monitor you're already using, sometimes via the keyboard itself. Imagine the space and money you'll save, only having to buy one monitor, keyboard, and mouse. The BELKIN F1DK102U is a 2-port USB KVM switch that lets you manage two PCs with just one set of keyboard, monitor and mouse. Two pieces of six-foot cables are included for easy installation.

After saying that, KVM switches quickly stop being exciting , so let's look at things to shop for. Will it switch your speakers, too? How about your microphone? Is it USB only, or can it handle older connections? Hardware button, keyboard command control, or both?

Does it draw its power from the computer, or does it need a power adapter? How many computers do you need to switch? (Most KVM switches will handle two computers; some can handle more.) Is this the switch for you? Check it out and see!