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MECHANICAL KEYBOARDS

Investing in a mechanical keyboard can alter the whole feel of your PC. There’s nothing wrong with using a stock keyboard, but opting to upgrade one of the main ways you interact with your computer gives you a more personalized experience. Their signature feel is down to the mechanical switches, giving each one a little bit of tactile personality. There are some cool benefits to switching to mechanical too, even if you’re not primarily using your keyboard for gaming.

First of all, they’re strong on customization, meaning you can choose the look and feel that suits your needs best. RBG lighting seems to be a given on PC hardware these days, but there’s also the option to choose the type of switch—whether that’s the staccato pops in Razer Greens or the linear

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