just switched back to using a mouse...

[rudeguy]

I have been using a tackball (I know most people hate them) for the past 4 years. The left click button finally gave out so I ordered a nice optical mouse. Still trying to get used to it. I do like being able to scroll through pages and go forward and back on the mouse though.


1 week UPDATE:

I am finally getting used to this. After I adjusted the acceleration and got a few of the extra buttons programmed I can say that I am happy I made the switch. I just played a couple rounds of UT2K4 and I have never done that well...ever.

If anyone is thinking of buying a mouse, buy the Logitech 510

 

[MDE]

What mouse?

 

[intogamer]

I don't like touching the ball

 

[fs5]

I used a trackball for about 3 years. Then bought an optical mouse because

1) every where you go they have mice, not trackballs.
2) my kill/death ratio in CS improved dramatically (your thumb just isn't that accurate)

 

[Spike]

Welcome to the future of computing.

Personally I am in awe of anyone who can use a trackball effectivly. I always have the hardest time even clicking on that little 'x' in the upper corner of the window!

-spike

 

[rh71]

the scroll button can be used as "page down" or "end" too... great for surfing forums.

 

[vi edit]

I'm bi-inputable. Errr....

I use both a mouse and a trackball. I use an MX510 at home for browsing and gaming, and a trackball marble (with scrolly wheel) at work because of CTS. I also pack a trackball for working on the road with my laptop.

Trackballs are great for office use and in non-computer friendly places like hotels and airports.

 

[VirtualLarry]

Stop touching the ball, and learn to love the nipple. Get an IBM Trackpoint II keyboard (M-13 model). Seriously.

 

[NyteCrawler]

nipples are nice

 

[Robor]

I'm still using my Logitech Trackman Marble + with scrollwheel. It's 7 years old and still going strong. You can't get them anymore and no other trackball or mouse (blech!) does it justice. It's going to be a sad day when this thing finally dies...

 

I used a trackball for about a year, but I went to an optical mouse and I've never been happier.

 

[CJZ]

I have a trackman marble (no scrollwheel unfortunately). The nice thing about it is that you can use your pointing and middle fingers instead of your thumb.

 

[Baked]

I use both, it's all good. No scroll wheel on the trackball, but I don't mind.

 

[Zontor]

Good cordless mouse + Firefox + Mouse Gestures plugin = Joy

 

[rudeguy]

Originally posted by: MDE
What mouse?

logitech 510

from what I read it was the best bang for the buck mouse. I just played a little HL2 with it and it is going to take some definite getting used to.

 

[pancho619]

I've used the same trackball for 5 years now, I bought it so I can use it at work and has gone from job to job with me. I wouldn't give it up full time for a mouse.

 

[n666]

i'm about to start using this

 

[rudeguy]

this is definately nice

 

[dderidex]

Razer Boomslang 2000 1st Edition > Razer Diamondback > Logitech MX518 > Logitech MX510 > Logitech Trackball > MS Intellimouse 4.0 > Logitech MX1000 > Logitech MX700

At least, for gaming and precision graphics design.

 

[Mo0o]

I'm using a trackball mouse right next to my keyboard in the pullout..able keybaord tray and when I'm gaming i bring out my regular mouse. The trackball is good since it doesn't require a large desk top space

 

[BespinReactorShaft]

Originally posted by: VirtualLarry
Stop touching the ball, and learn to love the nipple. Get an IBM Trackpoint II keyboard (M-13 model). Seriously.

I prefer caressing my touchpad.

 

[RelaxTheMind]

I just use redular old logitech optical mice and microsoft optical mice.

does anyone here still use non-optical mice?

i have like 5 laying around my room somwhere. I use them when the occasional customer comes in with the older style plugs (the old AT or serial connections).

 

[BornStar]

I really like my MX510. It's surprising how different it feels from my MX700.

 

[A5]

I like the weight of the MX700...my next mouse will be the MX1000 (or whatever is out there when this one dies)

 

[Ornery]

Originally posted by: rudeguy
I have been using a tackball (I know most people hate them) for the past 4 years...

...If anyone is thinking of buying a mouse, buy the Logitech 510

Pffft, you just started using a mouse again, and we're supposed to follow your advice?

I don't do cords, myself.