I need a substantial keyboard

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard I need a "well made" keyboard, I am thinking waterproof or at least spill proof,
and aluminum keys and shell, and light weight. I don't care about massive amounts
of 'feature buttons' or dynamic looks or natural style for typing, something well
built that will last. Any company known for such a product?

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Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard http://www.overclockersclub.com/reviews/zippy_aluminum_keyboardp2.php

http://www.nationalbarcode.com/Cherry/Cherry-G83-6300-Keyboard.htm

http://www.activemobiles.com/usb_folding_keyboard.htm

http://www.daskeyboard.com/

http://tim.griffins.ca/gallery/keyboard/all.html

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"AAvK" <EMail@HideDomain.com> wrote in message
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> I need a "well made" keyboard, I am thinking waterproof or at least spill
> proof,
> and aluminum keys and shell, and light weight. I don't care about massive
> amounts
> of 'feature buttons' or dynamic looks or natural style for typing,
> something well built that will last. Any company known for such a
> product?
>
> --
> Giant_Alex
> cravdraa_at-yahoo_dot-com
> not my site: http://www.e-sword.net/

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Not aluminium but it one of the best keyboards ever made. Even refurbished
they're better than anything I've found currently.

http://www.northgate-keyboard-repair.com/

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AAvK wrote:
> I need a "well made" keyboard, I am thinking waterproof or at least
> spill proof, and aluminum keys and shell, and light weight. I don't
> care about massive amounts of 'feature buttons' or dynamic looks or
> natural style for typing, something well built that will last. Any
> company known for such a product?

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard
> Not aluminium but it one of the best keyboards ever made. Even refurbished
> they're better than anything I've found currently.
>
> http://www.northgate-keyboard-repair.com/
>
>

Thanks but which one? Is it spill proof?
AAvK

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard
"AAvK" <EMail@HideDomain.com> wrote in message
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>> Not aluminium but it one of the best keyboards ever made. Even
>> refurbished they're better than anything I've found currently.
>>
>> http://www.northgate-keyboard-repair.com/
>>
>>
>
> Thanks but which one? Is it spill proof?
> AAvK

Can you wait a minute then we will all do a google search for you in each of
the groups to which you posted incorrectly.
No on second thoughts that's too much like a pain in the arse.

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard AAvK wrote:
>
> I need a "well made" keyboard, I am thinking waterproof or at least
> spill proof,
> and aluminum keys and shell, and light weight. I don't care about
> massive amounts
> of 'feature buttons' or dynamic looks or natural style for typing,
> something well built that will last. Any company known for such a product?
>

Kensington makes one that is supposedly spill proof. I've not had
occasion to test the claim, yet. :-) You may not like its feel, though.

Anyhow, I've found that all my keyboards, from the cheapest no-names to
the most expensive, have outlasted my machines. I've never yet thrown
out a keyboard because of mechanical or electronic failure. I've changed
keyboards because I didn't like the feel, and/or the changes in the
furshlugginer connectors.

HTH

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard I have the Omnikey Ultra. Although it was never advertised as spillproof it
has survived numerous spills including orange juice. Until I cleaned it the
keys wouldn't even depress. The beauty of them is they have replaceable
parts and can be rebuilt.

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MS-MVP Windows - Shell/User

AAvK wrote:
>> Not aluminium but it one of the best keyboards ever made. Even
>> refurbished they're better than anything I've found currently.
>>
>> http://www.northgate-keyboard-repair.com/
>>
>>
>
> Thanks but which one? Is it spill proof?
> AAvK

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Well, just for the record, I've never had a keyboard that lasted as long
as its computer. Different strokes...

Craig

Wolf Kirchmeir wrote:

> AAvK wrote:
>
>>
>> I need a "well made" keyboard, I am thinking waterproof or at least
>> spill proof,
>> and aluminum keys and shell, and light weight. I don't care about
>> massive amounts
>> of 'feature buttons' or dynamic looks or natural style for typing,
>> something well built that will last. Any company known for such a
>> product?
>>
>
>
> Kensington makes one that is supposedly spill proof. I've not had
> occasion to test the claim, yet. :-) You may not like its feel, though.
>
> Anyhow, I've found that all my keyboards, from the cheapest no-names to
> the most expensive, have outlasted my machines. I've never yet thrown
> out a keyboard because of mechanical or electronic failure. I've changed
> keyboards because I didn't like the feel, and/or the changes in the
> furshlugginer connectors.
>
> HTH

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Kerry Brown wrote:

> I have the Omnikey Ultra. Although it was never advertised as
> spillproof it has survived numerous spills including orange juice.
> Until I cleaned it the keys wouldn't even depress. The beauty of them
> is they have replaceable parts and can be rebuilt.

Considering how little keyboards cost these days, why would anyone want to
rebuild one? If my keyboard fails, I just chuck it and plug in a new one.

Personally I wouldn't even pay extra for one advertised a spillproof.

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Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Have you ever used a really good keyboard? My typing improves considerably
on a good keyboard.

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Ken Blake, MVP wrote:
> Kerry Brown wrote:
>
>> I have the Omnikey Ultra. Although it was never advertised as
>> spillproof it has survived numerous spills including orange juice.
>> Until I cleaned it the keys wouldn't even depress. The beauty of them
>> is they have replaceable parts and can be rebuilt.
>
>
>
> Considering how little keyboards cost these days, why would anyone
> want to rebuild one? If my keyboard fails, I just chuck it and plug
> in a new one.
> Personally I wouldn't even pay extra for one advertised a spillproof.

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Kerry Brown wrote:

> Have you ever used a really good keyboard? My typing improves
> considerably on a good keyboard.

I've used a wide variety of keyboards over the years, so I'm sure that at
least some of them were really good. I've never noticed any significant
difference in my typing.

I should mention, however, that I never learned to type properly and do it
with about three fingers. I know where all the keys are and can type pretty
quickly for someone who doesn't type, but I have to look at the keyboard.

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> Ken Blake, MVP wrote:
>> Kerry Brown wrote:
>>
>>> I have the Omnikey Ultra. Although it was never advertised as
>>> spillproof it has survived numerous spills including orange juice.
>>> Until I cleaned it the keys wouldn't even depress. The beauty of
>>> them is they have replaceable parts and can be rebuilt.
>>
>>
>>
>> Considering how little keyboards cost these days, why would anyone
>> want to rebuild one? If my keyboard fails, I just chuck it and plug
>> in a new one.
>> Personally I wouldn't even pay extra for one advertised a spillproof.

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Hello Ken
Three fingers - not bad. But, if it is not too personal a question, what do
you do with the other hand when you are typing :-) :-) :-)
Antioch

"Ken Blake, MVP" <EMail@HideDomain.com> wrote in message
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> I've used a wide variety of keyboards over the years, so I'm sure that at
> least some of them were really good. I've never noticed any significant
> difference in my typing.
>
> I should mention, however, that I never learned to type properly and do it
> with about three fingers. I know where all the keys are and can type
> pretty quickly for someone who doesn't type, but I have to look at the
> keyboard.
>
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Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard antioch wrote:

> Hello Ken
> Three fingers - not bad. But, if it is not too personal a question,
> what do you do with the other hand when you are typing :-) :-) :-)

LOL! Two fingers on my right hand and one on my left. The one on the left
mostly stays near the shift key. I also use my right thumb for the space
bar.

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> "Ken Blake, MVP" <EMail@HideDomain.com> wrote in message
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>
>> I've used a wide variety of keyboards over the years, so I'm sure
>> that at least some of them were really good. I've never noticed any
>> significant difference in my typing.
>>
>> I should mention, however, that I never learned to type properly and
>> do it with about three fingers. I know where all the keys are and
>> can type pretty quickly for someone who doesn't type, but I have to
>> look at the keyboard.
>>
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>> Ken Blake - Microsoft MVP Windows: Shell/User
>> Please reply to the newsgroup

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard
"Ken Blake, MVP" <EMail@HideDomain.com> wrote in message
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> antioch wrote:
>
>> Hello Ken
>> Three fingers - not bad. But, if it is not too personal a question,
>> what do you do with the other hand when you are typing :-) :-) :-)
>
>
> LOL! Two fingers on my right hand and one on my left. The one on the left
> mostly stays near the shift key. I also use my right thumb for the space
> bar.
>
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> Ken Blake - Microsoft MVP Windows: Shell/User
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>
>
Ah yes - a standard 'digital operator' - very similar to my performance but
I have managed to incorporate the 4th finger left hand to perform the shift
key operation, right thumb of course, with first and second fingers of each
hand doing the main work. A slightly more advanced technique I believe?
But my right hand will not travel to the numbers pad - I still have to use
the top line. I might one day :-)
OT - have you seen the latest in windows.inetexplorer.ie6_outlook express
from Vincenzo et al on 911567?????
Take care - thanks for your input into the groups.
Rgds
Antioch

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard > Considering how little keyboards cost these days, why would anyone want to
> rebuild one? If my keyboard fails, I just chuck it and plug in a new one.
>
> Personally I wouldn't even pay extra for one advertised a spillproof.

Not trying to get in the fray here (if there is one :) )

but just picked up a comfort curve keyboard by MS. Very nice but more to
the point, the box has "spill proof" plastered on the box in several
places. When shopping online, I noticed that many of the new keyboard
models listed this feature. Makes me think that something has recently
changed in basic keyboard construction and "spill proof" is on its way to
being a standard feature.

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Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Sharon F wrote:

>> Considering how little keyboards cost these days, why would anyone
>> want to rebuild one? If my keyboard fails, I just chuck it and plug
>> in a new one.
>>
>> Personally I wouldn't even pay extra for one advertised a spillproof.
>
> Not trying to get in the fray here (if there is one :) )

Just a minor philosphical disagreement, as far as I'm concerned. I certainly
don't consider it a "fray."

> but just picked up a comfort curve keyboard by MS. Very nice but more
> to the point, the box has "spill proof" plastered on the box in
> several places. When shopping online, I noticed that many of the new
> keyboard models listed this feature. Makes me think that something
> has recently changed in basic keyboard construction and "spill proof"
> is on its way to being a standard feature.

Just curious--can you explain how that spillproof feature works?

I certainly don't object to having it if the keyboard comes with it, and
it's one that I wanted anyway.. It's just that if I ruin a keyboard by
spilling something on it, and I can buy a replacement for $8, I don't want
to spend anything extra on that feature.

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Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard On Fri, 26 May 2006 16:42:21 -0700, Ken Blake, MVP wrote:

> Just a minor philosphical disagreement, as far as I'm concerned. I certainly
> don't consider it a "fray."

Hence, the smiley. <g>
>
>
> Just curious--can you explain how that spillproof feature works?
>
> I certainly don't object to having it if the keyboard comes with it, and
> it's one that I wanted anyway.. It's just that if I ruin a keyboard by
> spilling something on it, and I can buy a replacement for $8, I don't want
> to spend anything extra on that feature.

Have seen "spill proofs" that pass a lot of daylight between keys. Designed
specifically for use in potentially "wet environments."

However, there's definitely a full tray under the keys on the MS rendition.
Holding it up to the light, though, there are about 4 cutouts along the
lower edge. If you don't use the legs to slant the keyboard and spill, you
would have to tilt it quickly to allow it to drain.

The keyboard is a little noisy but so far I like the "feel" --not too firm
and not too soft. And as Jason Tsang has mentioned several times these past
few weeks - *no* F-Lock key. Not surprised but I don't miss it at all.

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Sharon F
MS-MVP ~ Windows Shell/User

Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard Sharon F wrote:

> On Fri, 26 May 2006 16:42:21 -0700, Ken Blake, MVP wrote:
>
>> Just a minor philosphical disagreement, as far as I'm concerned. I
>> certainly don't consider it a "fray."
>
> Hence, the smiley. <g>
>>
>>
>> Just curious--can you explain how that spillproof feature works?
>>
>> I certainly don't object to having it if the keyboard comes with it,
>> and it's one that I wanted anyway.. It's just that if I ruin a
>> keyboard by spilling something on it, and I can buy a replacement
>> for $8, I don't want to spend anything extra on that feature.
>
> Have seen "spill proofs" that pass a lot of daylight between keys.
> Designed specifically for use in potentially "wet environments."
>
> However, there's definitely a full tray under the keys on the MS
> rendition. Holding it up to the light, though, there are about 4
> cutouts along the lower edge. If you don't use the legs to slant the
> keyboard and spill, you would have to tilt it quickly to allow it to
> drain.
>
> The keyboard is a little noisy but so far I like the "feel" --not too
> firm and not too soft. And as Jason Tsang has mentioned several times
> these past few weeks - *no* F-Lock key. Not surprised but I don't
> miss it at all.

Thanks, Sharon.

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Windows XP Basic >> I need a substantial keyboard On Fri, 26 May 2006 20:22:53 -0700, Ken Blake, MVP wrote:

> Thanks, Sharon.

You're welcome, Ken.
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