Computer Microphone
Why use this instead of typing? Why type when you can sit back, relax, keep your hands free and still get your message across? This omni-directional portable device offers flexible placement to suit whichever position you choose to sit at and is good for conferencing where multiple people can speak into the mike at any one time. It functions like a speaker phone and gives good audio quality for speech. If your desk resembles a rubbish dump,
and you cannot afford any space to position the microphone, built-in options into the keyboard or monitor are available. Besides, prices are reasonable and the product is readily available at almost all good computer stores.
What if I want privacy? A unidirectional headset, handset or hybrid configuration can be used where there is separation and isolation between the ear-piece and microphone. This enables use by only one person at a time and gives a comfortable feel of a telephone handset. It is small and light, which makes it easy to pass on to another speaker should the need arise. An added bonus is that you can use it as headphones to give you that blast whether you are listening to your favourite songs or playing that computer game with violent sound effects.
Any complications I should take note of? Nothing much, actually. The computer microphone is a relatively simple device, which does not need much deciphering. Just plug it into your computer, install relevant software accompanying the product if any, and you are ready to go. The only minor blemish is that background noise, sounds coming from PC speakers or other voices may be picked up by the mic based on its sensitivity.