Working only on the laptop: advantages & what you should pay attention to

Being a digital nomad is a dream for many people – always working from wherever you want. More and more people, especially young people, are choosing this form of self-employment. An important aspect of this type of work is that you don't need much – ideally, just a laptop. In this Deskspace blog article, we'll look at the advantages of working only from a laptop and what you should consider.

Digital Nomad – What exactly is that?

Before we take a closer look at the advantages of laptop work, we first want to clarify what a digital nomad actually is. Especially in recent years, the trend towards this way of working has steadily increased, which can also be seen from the fact that there are now almost 19,000 coworking spaces worldwide – with an upward trend. Digital nomads particularly often stay in these – but what exactly is it?

A digital nomad earns their living through digital work. They usually only need a laptop to work and are not tied to a fixed location. They can also usually choose their working hours freely. Typical professions for digital nomads would be, for example: copywriters, graphic designers, consultants, self-employed in e-commerce. Often, digital nomads are self-employed, but some companies also allow their employees this freedom.

Being a digital nomad brings, among other things, these advantages:

• Independence: As a digital nomad, you generally have no specifications and can develop freely with your work
• Low costs: If a digital nomad is employed, they do not need an office workplace. For the company, they are therefore a particularly cost-effective employee
• Work-life balance: A digital nomad finds enough time to pursue their own interests due to flexible working hours and free choice of location

But now to the advantages that arise from laptop work!

Working only on a laptop – This is what you need to consider!

In this section, we'll look at what you need to consider if you decide to work only from a laptop. In addition to the device's performance, other things are also relevant, such as data security. If you also want to work like a digital nomad, you should also be prepared for not having WLAN everywhere – we'll look at the most important points in this part of the text.

• Performance: First, you need to consider what computing power the laptop needs for your work. If you perform tasks that place less demanding requirements on the technology, such as writing, then a cheaper device with less power may be sufficient for you. If, on the other hand, you are a graphic designer or programmer, then the laptop should have the best possible processor and graphics card. Here you will quickly have to spend a little more money
• Battery life: If you really want to work always and everywhere, then the lack of power supply should not be a problem for a certain period. Therefore, make sure that your laptop has the advantage of the largest possible battery. This should last at least six hours without external power, so you can get through an entire workday with it. Of course, the actual battery life also depends on what you want to do with your laptop and how much the device has been used
• Security & Data Protection: A laptop can be stolen much faster than a desktop PC. Thus, the data on it is also at risk. Therefore, you should secure it as well as possible and protect it with backups so that a theft would not have too fatal consequences. Data security is also at risk, as you may log into different networks more often. So only use secure connections and protect yourself best with a VPN
• Ergonomics: An external monitor is usually at about head height when you are sitting. If you now decide to work only from a laptop, you must also consider that this ergonomic advantage is lost. You must therefore otherwise ensure that your neck and back are not unhealthily bent – you must take precautions for this
• Environment – If you only work with a laptop and possibly do not have a fixed office, then you should think beforehand about where you want to work. Otherwise, it could quickly become a problem and you may have difficulty concentrating. So think about where you can do your job

You can also work from home only with your laptop. This has the advantage that you may not need a separate office, but can always sit wherever there is space. Are you still looking for suitable equipment for your home office? Then feel free to visit the Deskspace website. Here you will find not only ergonomic sitting and standing stools but also the Deskspace Pro, a height-adjustable desk with all important functions.

Conclusion: For whom is working only with a laptop an advantage?

Working only with a laptop is for self-employed individuals and people who have received this freedom from their employer. Not every activity can be done from a laptop; some employers still insist on a fixed workplace in the company. However, if this is not the case, then this free way of working may be an option for you.

Whether the digital nomad lifestyle is for you also depends on whether you need a lot of peace and quiet to work. For example, if you are a programmer and need to focus heavily on your task, you might feel uncomfortable in a coworking space. Computing power can also be a problem, as laptops with good processors and high-performance graphics cards are very expensive.

However, if you have the opportunity to do your work from anywhere and at any time, then you should do so. The freedoms that result from this are enormous, and you will have more time for yourself, your hobbies, and your family. In addition, you have no costs for a lot of technology, office space, or other materials – so consider doing your work only via laptop from now on.

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