[GLLUG] OT: Keyboards

[Tom Rockwell]

I've been using the Happy Hacking keyboard for a few years, first the v1 
without arrow keys, and now the v2 USB with the inverted T arrow keys. 
I like having the control key in the correct spot.  I have the V2 
plugged into a USB switch and use it on my Linux desktop, OSX desktop, 
and laptop at work.

They really make a huge difference in deskspace.  I find right handed 
mousing more comfortable since the mouse not so far to the right (though 
right now my coffee mug is sitting between the keyboard and mouse, in 
the usual number pad space :-).    The keyboard feel is decent, the v2 
is a little stiffer, though it has gotten better after a short breakin 
period.

At home, I have both my v1 Happy Hacking and my SO's Dell monstrosity 
plugged in - she doesn't want to adapt to the corded arrow keys.

They are somewhat overpriced - you are paying extra since they are low 
volume.  There are alternatives out there (sorry don't have links now, 
but there are some web sites that specialise in keyboards).  In my mind, 
the v2 is just about perfect though :-)

-Tom