Office and Home-Office workers everywhere are learning what call center operators have known for years: a Plantronics headset helps you project the professional image you require. Without a headset you end up one hand short. You sit contorted like a pretzel with your phone cramped between your neck and your head. When you are handling a difficult negotiation you don't want to start out with your neck cramped up. A headset is lighter and cooler than a handset and it leaves your hands free for the keyboard, writing notes or handling papers.

Headphones are also a boon for modern computer users. Without a headphone you must shout into a tiny mic located just above your noisy computer fan. Speach recognition and IP telephony call for a high quality mic located within easy range of your voice so you can talk naturally. In a crowded office environment, a headphone is the only pratical computer solution. They allow you to privately listen to MP3's or CD's on your computer, and allow you to conduct a clear conversation.