Input Devices! There’s more than just the Mouse! (9/26/20 Part 2)

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The humble mouse was revelatory when it came out, and essential for transitioning computers from being Command Line based to the Graphical User Interface we all know and love. But did you know there’s more than that?

More Input!

Maybe you don’t like the traditional mouse, or have space limitations. Maybe you’ve got problems with carpal tunnel or some other physical issue. You’ve got options!

• Ergonomic Mice
  • https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/best-ergonomic-mouse/
  • https://www.pcmag.com/picks/the-best-ergonomic-mice
• Trackpads (they’re not just for laptops!)
  • https://www.creativebloq.com/buying-guides/best-trackpads
  • Mac trackpad gestures
  • Windows trackpad gestures
• Trackballs
  • https://gizmodo.com/why-the-hell-would-anyone-use-a-trackball-mouse-1800564295
  • https://www.kensington.com/news/ergonomic-workspace-blog/ergo-meet-trackball-technology-evolved-for-people/
• Graphics tablets
  • https://www.dummies.com/computers/macs/mac-operating-systems/how-to-work-with-handwriting-in-os-x/
  • https://www.howtogeek.com/297443/how-to-use-handwriting-input-on-windows-10/

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