Computer Keyboard

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Computer keyboards come in more varieties today than ever. Gone is the bulky rectangle with thick, loud keys and clumsy layout. Today's keyboards are sleek, silent, and come with a host of features you didn't know you needed.

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Computer keyboard designs

Standard computer keyboards are about 18 inches long connected to a port on the back of your computer and are the least expensive. The left side of the keyboard contains a typewriter-like layout, with additional “F” function keys along the top. On the right side is a numeric keypad. The best way to decide which computer keyboard to buy, is to test different designs at office supply or tech stores, and ask friends for recommendations.

Wireless keyboards

Wireless keyboards are handy innovations, allowing you to work and surf from a distance free of keyboard cable tethers. Wireless keyboards are much more expensive. but will allow you to sit across the room and surf the internet.

Ergonomic

How comfortable a computer keyboard feels to you when you use it is an important factor to consider. Ergonomically-designed keyboard manufacturers claim ergonomic designs are easier on your fingers, hands, wrists and arms. These come in several different shapes and styles. The best one for you depends on your style of keying and how it feels. Ergonomic designs look strange when compared to standard keyboards, so test drive one first before you buy.

Some ergonomic keyboards are split and separate the letter keypad in two at opposing angle which allows typing without bending your wrists. Other designs have angled keys positioned so some keys are closer to your fingers. Still other ergonomic computer keyboard designs are shortened versions of traditional keyboard that eliminate the number pad on the right, allowing the mouse to be closer to your hands.

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