Tech Buzz 1/04 Versatile mice for your employees; the next generation of portable display devices

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If you haven't thought twice about your computer input deviceslately, it might be time to reconsider. A small hardware investmentcan make a computer user more comfortable during long hours at thedesk and-the ultimate goal-increase worker productivity. One of themore recent innovations out on the market is embodied in Microsoft'sWireless Optical Desktop Elite package for $105 (all pricesstreet). Included is a mouse with Tilt Wheel technology, a sidewaysscrolling feature that makes quick ergonomic work of navigating Websites, spreadsheets and long documents. A similar scroll wheel isalso built into the keyboard.

Logitechintroduced the $49.95 Cordless Click! Optical Mouse with Fast RFwireless speeds equivalent to USB. It works with either hand, animportant consideration for computers with many users. The $65KensingtonStudioMouse Wireless also includes rechargeable batteries and acradle.