Why Two Mice With the Same Sensor Track Differently
Two mice sit on the same pad, both list the same sensor model, and one of them feels noticeably better. The obvious conclusion is …
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Why Your Keyboard Misses Keys When You Type Fast
There are two reactions to a dropped keystroke. One is to blame your fingers and slow down, which is what most people do and …
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USB Hub Sharing: When a Drive Steals Mouse Bandwidth
Two desks can have the same mouse, the same hub and the same drive, and only one of them suffers. On one the cursor …
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Why Two Keyboards With the Same Switch Feel Nothing Alike
There are two ways to buy a keyboard. The first is to read the switch name printed on the page, decide that one linear …
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How to Read a Keyboard Latency Chart Without Fooling Yourself
There are two ways to read a latency chart. One is to find the biggest number that flatters the product you already like and …
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Measuring Motion Latency Without a Robot Arm
Two approaches to measuring mouse latency meet at the price of the equipment. One is to buy or borrow a motorised slide and a …
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