What keyboard do you use?

LstOfTheBrunnenG said:
Logitech diNovo. It's like a laptop keybord, but for your desktop :)
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What's desireable about that? Most people want it the other way around. That's why Thinkpads are so popular.
 
Wired Logitech Elite.

I wish they still sold them, I'd buy a few more for the future. Great keyboard, I use the mouse wheel on the side as a secondary volume control :) Quicker to reach my ring finger over there than it is to hit the actual volume spinner on top :)
 
Why is this thread always re-posted? Use a standard Microsoft Internet Keyboard which is guaranteed to work and last for a long, long, long time or buy one of those fad keyboards like the Saitek / Logitech "Elite" ( :rolleyes: ). Whatever works. None of those will make you a better gamer (though typing may be an exception).

-J.
 
GeForceX said:
Why is this thread always re-posted? Use a standard Microsoft Internet Keyboard which is guaranteed to work and last for a long, long, long time or buy one of those fad keyboards like the Saitek / Logitech "Elite" ( :rolleyes: ). Whatever works. None of those will make you a better gamer (though typing may be an exception).

-J.
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That's all I use. too cheap to buy anything else.
 
I wouldn't consider a Logitech Elite a fad keyboard....it's just damn good. Better than any microsoft POS i've owned.
 
sitheris said:
I wouldn't consider a Logitech Elite a fad keyboard....it's just damn good. Better than any microsoft POS i've owned.
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I find it impossible to believe that Microsoft's Internet Keyboard is anything as "POS". It's damn good and it's reliable. Mine has run through such fatal history yet it holds up so well today five years later. I don't think I can ask for more. It's a standard in keyboarding that others have to try to best it when it really isn't necessary. Then again, I'm not all too big on greed and profit of the world. * edit *

-J.
 
I'm going to get one of the new black Microsoft ergo wired keyboards to use with my Logitech G5 for my next build. Its the best and most comfortable keyboard i've seen and i've tried about all of them. IMO Microsoft easily makes the best keyboards available and Logitech owns the mice crown.
 
sitheris said:
I wouldn't consider a Logitech Elite a fad keyboard....it's just damn good. Better than any microsoft POS i've owned.
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I bought a few from newegg. Both the wired and wireless were great. You can't say anything bad about that keyboard.
 
GeForceX said:
Then again, I'm not all too big on greed and profit of the world.
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and that's why you buy Microsoft? good call, way to stick it to... wait... huh?!
 
I'm using my laptop keyboard, but I would recommend the Logitech Elite or the Microsoft Digital Media Keyboard. Both great keyboards for the price.
 
Keyboard: Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite
Mouse: Microsoft Wireless Intellimous Explorer 2.0

Very good stuff.
 
Stellar said:
What's desireable about that? Most people want it the other way around. That's why Thinkpads are so popular.
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The reason why gamers want laptop based keys is because the keystroke is much shorter than a normal keyboard's. Because of the shorter keystroke, you have the ability to type faster and in games, be more responsive.

Granted, it does take time to get used to and not as comfortable as a normal keyboard, but once you see how fast it is, it's really hard to go back.
 
Wow, thanks for all the replies. Sounds like Logitech is popular with the eclipse close behind. I tend to agree with the "old fashioned" Model-M style keyboards. From what I felt that thin black Dell had pretty traditional feeling keys. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...N82E16823107120
Doesn't look half bad either but I'd have to type on it to see for sure.
 
I highly disagree... Logitech makes great mice but mediocre keyboards. The build quality of Microsoft keyboards can't be beat, they're the only keyboards I know of that use leather wristpads, and their new comfort and ergo keyboards are the most comfortable keyboards to type on I've ever used.
 
Kyohe said:
Wow, thanks for all the replies. Sounds like Logitech is popular with the eclipse close behind. I tend to agree with the "old fashioned" Model-M style keyboards. From what I felt that thin black Dell had pretty traditional feeling keys. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produ...N82E16823107120
Doesn't look half bad either but I'd have to type on it to see for sure.
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I can't see the keyboard that you linked to in your link. :(
 
There is only one true keyboard.

The IBM Model M.

You will pry mine from my cold, dead hands.

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You could also buy a new one. The black model is particularly tempting.
 
Black generic keyboard, It doesn't have a marking, not even the FCC sticker or a made in China sticker! Paired with a Logitech MX518.
 
I used a generic for a while, but for the last few years I've been using a Memorex MX3300 (back of the keyboard told me that much) and surprisingly, I like it a lot. It's keys aren't attached as well as some keyboards I've had, but it's of surprisingly good quality considering they were probably relabeled and that Memorex doesn't sell them anymore.
 
i use the normal dell keyboard on this computer. on my other computer i use an hp keyboard i got from a friend... in other words i never go out and buy a keyboard
 
DanK said:
There is only one true keyboard.

The IBM Model M.

You will pry mine from my cold, dead hands.

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You could also buy a new one. The black model is particularly tempting.
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Indeed! Been thinking of painting mine black & installing a few LED's to make gaming
in a dark room easier.

IBM "model M" .... the standard by which all other keyboards are judged :D
 
oh damn. we have a few of those ibm model m keyboards at work sitting in a corner of a room not being used
i'll have to grab a couple ;)
 
I've got an IBM-branded keyboard in the closet, but I'm currently using a Logitech Media Keyboard Elite. I like the feel of the IBM more, but the extra buttons of the Logitech more.
 
IBM 'model M' keyboards ~ http://www.clickykeyboards.com/

Be careful since some of the cheaper models are "rubber dome" units. While more quiet,
they don't give the same tactile feel as the more expensive "buckling spring" models.

Just noticed silver label 1986 units like the one I use go for over $100.
 
Why are people stuck on the IBM units? They are basically morphed typewriter keyboards. They don't even have the Windows or context menu keys.
 
Stellar said:
Why are people stuck on the IBM units? They are basically morphed typewriter keyboards. They don't even have the Windows or context menu keys.
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two reasons ...

1] - superior tactile feel from buckling springs, rather than membrane/rubber domes. How is this relevant?
Think about how many thousands of keystrokes you perform in a year. I know my hands feel better after
switching to this 'model M'. And I'm not the only one who has observed this.

2] - Because most keyboards made these days are crap - basically disposable.
The emphasis in recent years has been toward fancy colors & lights instead of build quality.
Great for the manufactuer's profit margin, but bad for us.

Or, think about it this way. Many 'model M' are still going strong after 20 years of constant use/abuse.
How would many of these newer keyboards hold up under similar usage? Safe to say many would croak
in a fraction of that time.

Windows or context menu keys, who needs 'em? Most of the functions can be performed in
other ways, setting up Ctrl+Alt or desktop mouse-click shortcuts etc ...
 
1. Superior tacticle feel from buckling springs.

That's completely subjective. I prefer the softer quiet membrane feel, similar to laptops keyboards. Less pressure to depress the keys, no godawful annoying clicking. Moreover, the M is a non-ergonomic layout. 20 years of using that thing will give you CTS no doubt. It doesn't have a wristpad of any kind - my keyboard has a built-in leather wristpad.

2. Because most keyboards made these days are crap.

Well that's quite a generalization isn't it, given the enormous number of various keyboards available. What's superior, from an engineering standpoint, about the model M? It's made of the same old plastic. If anything plastic manuf. processes have advanced since then. The use of springs? Personally I think a membranous keyboard that can be put through a dishwasher, dried, and come out fully functional is better built.

Will my MS Ergo 4000 last 20 years? Damned if I'll ever know, I don't intend to be stuck on the same keyboard for even 2 years, much less 20.

As far as the Windows / Context menu keys... have you ever had to use a Windows box without a mouse? Those keys are vital. The context menu key is also useful if you hook your keyboard up to an older Mac.
 
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