Question

Jimmy is running out of desk space. He keeps three computers on his desk. The three computers can’t be moved, and they need to be running at the same time. Currently Jimmy has three mice, keyboards, and monitors running on his desk. What can Jimmy do to free up space on his desk?

Answer 1

To free up some space, Jimmy has 2 options.

• He can buy a KVM switch. A KVM switch is short for Keyboard Video Mouse, and its a device designed to control 2 or more computers from your main computer and only using 1 mouse, 1 keyboard. It's rather simple to set up, first he must determine which will be the main computer, and then he needs to plug the keyboard, mouse and monitor cables of the main computer to the switch, boot up windows, and then plug the other 2 computers to the switch.
• The second option is also viable, its easier to set up, and will free up even more space, because there won't be necessary to keep cables for the other 2 computers. He can get a software solution like Synergy, a program designed to control 2 or more computers as if it were just one. He will be able to just move the mouse from one screen to another and start working on the desired computer. This option requires all computers to be connected to the same network, after installing the program, the setup process is very intuitive, and he will start working in no time.

Answer 2

Answer: KVM switch

Explanation:

KVM(keyboard,video and mouse) switch is a computing hardware device that is used for controlling and management of keyboard,mouse and monitor. It allows various pattern of connection of devices to computer .It is most commonly found in data center field for linking various servers.

• According to the question, Jimmy should take help of KVM switch device for connecting keyboards, monitors and mice to clear some desk space.
• He can connect theses devices to KVM switch so that it can be operated through it for controlling their function.