[WEB4LIB] Q Trackballs, Mouse alternatives

[John T. Benedetto]

On Wed, 27 Jan 1999, Donde Smith wrote:

> Our library system has been using keyboards with built in trackballs
> primarily due to lack of space for mice. We have tried two different
> types and find that they get dirty very quickly and "break" frequently.
> We are looking for alternatives that would require little space and hold

Have you looked at the keyboards with the built-in touchpad?   There's a
reason laptops have gone from the built-in trackball to the touchpads.

I can use 'em okay, but it's been my experience that you either love 'em
or hate 'em.

YMMV

- John

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