When many people ask what equipment I’d recommend purchasing, which brand is best, I typically depend on a combination of reviews from CNET Reviews, as well as performing Google searches for the specific product I’m looking at purchasing. CNET Reviews is a great starting place if you simply have no idea where to start when you’re ready to purchase a new laptop, camera, printer, or other devices; software reviews are also available. You can browse the site through many categories, including by product type, by brand, and by price range.
The editor reviews are full of great explanations, videos (sometimes), brand and model comparisons, and price comparisons, including options of where to purchase the product you’re considering. The reviews will also include consumer reviews, so you’re able to see what the experts say and also what ordinary citizens have to say about the product.
The next time you’re ready to purchase a new camera for the library or a patron asks you what you would recommend for a new computer, check out CNET Reviews to find out everything you ever wanted to know (and probably didn’t want to know) about technology products and gadgets.
Heather Braum is the Technology Librarian at NEKLS. She can be reached by phone, by email (hbraum (at) nekls.org), or through several online chat services (look Heather up by her email address). Visit the 
