22 Jan
2023
22 Jan
'23
8:43 a.m.
On 1/22/23 07:14, Chris via cctalk wrote:
Originally as I understand it the mouse as a product
of Xerox was intended not so much for general use but to aid youngins and disabled people
with their usage. And despite the never-mousers, predominantly linux fanatics, it's an
indispensable tool for nearly everyone. There was a stint where I favored trackballs. But
it's a toss up as to which is more natural and faster. Each may excel in cwrtain
applications.
I use a trackball on all my computers. Logitech works, but
very expensive. I use Kensington version. I do a lot of
electronic CAD work, and the mouse moves when I go to click
a button. That requires me to have a death grip on the
mouse, and that gives me carpal tunnel symptoms. You can
take your fingers off the trackball before pressing the
buttons, then there is no cursor motion.
Jon