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Cables from Belkin

Product Picture A great source for low-cost cables. Printer, networking, SCSI, whatever type you may need. No need to pay outrageous prices at your local store for cables.

Your goal is to find quality cables that use separate lines for ground, are molded, have good insulation, and use twisted pair wire. SCSI cables should have data lines routed down the center.

Attributes (Minimum): Right connections, Good cable quality, Cable shielding, Warranty.
Alternates: http://www.cablesamerica.com http://www.cablestogo.com

Ergonomic Keyboard

Kinesis Contoured Classic from Kinesis

Product Picture An ergonomic narrow footprint split sloped keyboard with a light keytouch. This keyboard puts your hands in a posture that is close to its resting form. They also moved around some keys like the return, space, and delete to the more powerful thumb and away from the tiny pinky. Includes macros programmibility to reduce keystrokes. It takes a couple days to get used to it, but its worth it.. PS/2 compatible. Mac, Sun, and USB compatible with extra interface boxes. Mac users should use the Y-Mouse Keyboard and Mouse adapter.

As with any other input device, personal preference is extremely important, try typing on this first. Users looking for a keyboard to reduce the probability of RSI's such as carpal tunnel should look into this product. Versions with more macro memory and DVORAK layout also available. Foot switch available also. Reliability is not as good as main stream keyboards.

Attributes (Minimum): Ergonomics, Special Keys (Internet), Interface Type (USB), Software Features.
Alternates: Maltron

Joystick

Sidewinder Force Feedback 2 from Microsoft Corp

Product Picture Driven by a 25Mhz 16-bit processor, this large joystick provides ample force feedback albeit sometimes with a geary feel and sound. 100 forces, 8 way hatch switch, rudder control. Multiple programmable buttons, throttle dial, and 8-way hat switch.

Control software is fair, software bundle dated. Connects via USB only.

Attributes (Minimum): Force Feedback effect, number of buttons, smoothness, ergonomics, software compatibility, software bundle.
Alternates: Logitech Wingman Force

Steering Wheel

WingMan Formula Force Wheel from Logitech

Product Picture Very comfortable rubber grips, smooth steering, great force feedback effects, button are ok. Microsoft Wheel feels like cheap plastic. Pedal base is large but the pedals are tiny. Logitech control software is great.

USB or 9-pin serial connection. USB interface allows for much easier plug and play installation.

Attributes (Minimum): Force Feedback effect, number of buttons, smoothness, ergonomics, software compatibility, software bundle.
Alternates: Act Labs Force RS

Mouse

Mouseman Wheel Optical from Logitech

Product Picture Mice are subject to extreme user preference, be sure to try before buying. This optical mouse is a 4 button with a thumb button and scroll wheel. Its has a nice grip on the side. Includes both PS/2 and USB connection. USB gets you much better mouse tracking for gaming and intense mousing. A must to replace the hockey puck that comes with newer Macs.

The software is not the most stable in the world and the updates slow in coming.

PC and Macintosh compatible. The cordless version of this mouse is great but it needs to be available with USB.

Attributes (Minimum): Ergonomics, Number of Buttons (3), Roller Wheel, Optical vs Mechanical Ball, Interface Type (USB), Software Features

Mouse

IntelliMouse Explorer from Microsoft

Product Picture Mice are subject to extreme user preference, be sure to try before buying. This large mouse is a 4 button mouse with a thumb button and scroll wheel. It uses an Optical Sensor to detect movement, so you do not need a mouse pad. Includes both PS/2 and USB connections. USB gets you much better mouse tracking for gaming and intense mousing. This mouse is a bit large for some hands, those users should try the Intellimouse with Intellieye.

A must to replace the hockey puck that comes with newer Macs.

PC and Macintosh compatible. A cordless version of this would be awesome.

Attributes (Minimum): Ergonomics, Number of Buttons (3), Roller Wheel, Optical vs Mechanical Ball, Interface Type (USB), Software Features.

Mouse

Renaissance Mouse from 3M

Product Picture Input devices are subject to extreme user preference, be sure to try before buying. This joystick like 3 button controller moves around like a mouse. The handle allows your hand to grip it in a natural posture. Includes both PS/2 and serial connection.

The software is not the most stable in the world and the updates slow in coming.

Macintosh USB version available.

Attributes (Minimum): Ergonomics, Number of Buttons (3), Roller Wheel, Optical vs Mechanical Ball, Interface Type (USB), Software Features.

Trackball

Expert Mouse Pro Trackball from Kensington

Product Picture The classic, updated after many years. Input devices are subject to extreme user preference, be sure to try before buying. When is a mouse not a mouse? This trackball is a 4 button with full remapping. The ball is nice and big, allowing you to use your palm instead of delicate fingers. Also can use the side of your hand to click. Some people even put this on the floor! Includes both PS/2 and USB connection. Includes 6 direct launch buttons.

The software is not the most stable in the world and the updates slow in coming.

Macintosh Compatible.

Attributes (Minimum): Ergonomics, Number of Buttons (3), Roller Wheel, Optical vs Mechanical Ball, Interface Type (USB), Software Features.
Comments: Microsoft Intellimouse trackball is coming soon.