The keyboard is often one of the most overlooked components in a computer. For a desktop most people tend to buy the cheapest model and be done with it, for a laptop the keyboard is usually not an important factor in buying decisions. I think that this is a grave mistake however as he keyboard is a very important interface to the computer and plays a critical part in ensuring a comfortable and safe computing experience. The article after link below will explain the 5 main things you should check when buying a keyboard or a notebook.