Does you working environment consist of more than one computer? Or even hundreds of computers? For instance, imagine your office with ten computers and think about tens sets of keyboard, monitor and mouse, and, of course, ten desks. Now, imagine the same office with only one desk with a KVM switch that can control all ten systems.
A KVM (Keyboard-VGA Monitor-Mouse) switch is a device that allows multiple computers to be controlled from one keyboard, video monitor and mouse. A user sits in front of a console, switching between multiple computers, saving space and a lot of time and the hassle walking between computers and searching for the input and out devices.
A KVM switch is versatile in the sense that a 2-Port can be used to control two computers, 4-Port can be used to control four computers, etc. You can also use it to share one console for your laptop and PC, or even two computers with two different operating systems. Switching computers can depend on which model suits your application best. Some KVMs offer buttons on the front panel, others have an On Screen Display with the ability to customize names for the computers and select the one you need. Most KVM switches allow hot key switching via the keyboard with a simple command sequence.
Other than space, KVM switches also save you money in terms of consumption of power and overheads.
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