My favorite mouse is this wired mouse from Dell. I use exact same mouse for work, home, and notebook computer (I own 3 total). Below is the picture of my mouse. Sadly this mouse was replaced today. It worn out. I had to buy another one from eBay for $20.00. Check out the finger mark on this mouse.
Note: I use a cheap point and shoot camera for my blog. (more)
I like my computer mouse as light as possible. Also, I want my mouse to be absolutely trouble free and simple. I don’t want track ball, super mini mouse, or any other funky alternative input devices. I don’t use wireless mouse. Wireless mouse has a cute concept. But they are heavy. Those 2 AA batteries add significant weight on the mouse. After 12 hours of web designing, you will wish your mouse will be lighter.
I use computer 10-12 hours minimum every day. To me, it’s very important that I have the best mouse and keyboard that will fit me perfectly. I want the best keyboard and mouse money can buy. Money is no object when it comes to computer parts. That’s why I own 2 Das Keyboards ($130.00 each). These are the tools that will help me make money. Good equipment will make me work faster. Good equipment will make web design easier on my body. I bought an expensive mattress, because I spend 25% of my life in bed. I spend 40-50% of my life using computer. so, it only makes sense to buy the most comfortable keyboard and mouse for my body. That’s my philosophy as a computer geek.
And when it comes to mouse? My favorite is this cheap Dell mouse. I use this mouse with a smooth mouse-pad made out of waxed wood. With my wooden mouse-pad, my mouse feels almost weightless like an air hockey puck. I use very light touch to move my mouse. That’s how I like it.
Thumb Mark
I do a lot of web design work, and I use mouse a lot. This 3 years old mouse was showing signs of aging. For example, “click” was not accurate. So, I was afraid to work fast when I handle customers’ files/data. I wouldn’t clean or maintain the mouse. Mouse is cheap. I just ordered a new one from eBay. I’m not sure if any store in Ventura County sells this.
I’m back in business now. My new mouse feels good.