Dear Geek,
My mouse finally bit it. Is there something new & improved out there that I should be aware of?
Signed,
Mouse Bites the Cheese
Dear Cheesy,
When it comes to choosing a mouse, you wouldn’t think there would be much choice out there. However, with the evolution of computers, also comes the evolution of mice (mouses?). Wired vs wireless, small and portable vs larger & more comfortable; basic two-button vs luxury version with extra configurable buttons (usually used for gaming). When shopping for a new mouse, it’s best to know what you need (or want) before you go shopping.
First of all, you’ll want to know if you need a right-handed mouse, or left-handed (or ambidextrous – for both lefties and righties). No matter which model and/or extras you want, you’ll want to check out the mouse’s DPI (dots per inch) rating. This is a measure of the mouse’s optical (or laser) beam. If you’re just doing general computer work, it may not make a difference to you. However, if you are using programs that require precision (e.g. graphics programs), you’ll want a high DPI, as the higher the DPI, the more accurate your mouse movements will be.
Another factor to consider is comfort. Everyone’s hand is shaped differently, and everyone holds their mouse differently. You’ll want test drive the mouse out to see how comfortable it is for you. Especially if you’re using it for long periods of time.
If you have a question for our Resident Geek, send it to: geek@tbyd.ca. We’ll translate it from Geek-lish to English, so it actually helps!
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