I seem to have a problem with keyboards - I seem to be able to wear down the letters on the frequently used keys fairly quickly. That is OK if I am always using the keyboard but it can be quite hard if I offer to let someone use my laptop as you can't always see which letters are which. Because of that I thought it might be a good idea to invest in a wireless keyboard to use with the laptop so off I went to the Amazon site to do some shopping.
The Logitech EX110 keyboard is actually a wireless keyboard and mouse which Amazon were selling for a modest £16.99. It has quite a lot of features including One-Touch Controls which enable you to access music, video, volume, email, internet and more. It also has Programmable F-Keys which you can set to open favorite applications, sites or files. They also claim it has a "Spill-Resistant Design" to protect the keyboard from accidental drips or splashes.
The mouse which is bundled in the package is a Quick-Response Optical mouse with Scroll Wheel to help you page through documents with ease.
To use this keyboard and mouse you need: Pentium® processor or compatible Windows® 98, 2000, ME, XP, or Vista 1 USB port or 2 PS/2 ports CD-ROM drive
I placed my order and the box duly arrived containing: Logitech® cordless keyboard Logitech® cordless optical mouse Compact USB - PS/2 RF receiver 2 AA and 2 AAA alkaline batteries CD with software, comfort guidelines and help center Quick Start Guide USB to PS/2 adapter
It was simplicity itself to set up and within minutes I was happily using my new keyboard and mouse. I didn't realise that you could get keyboards which could be used for much more than typing. My Logitech keyboard has a number of shortcut keys and controls.
Most keyboards have what's called an F-row at the top of the keyboard. Because most people rarely use these keys, Logitech decided to map these keys to popular applications, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel® and Internet Explorer®. All I need to do with my new keyboard is one press of a key to do anything from a Web search to an Internet call. To use these shortcuts all I need to do is hold down the Alt key (near the space bar) and press the F-key associated with the desired application.
There are also a number of hot keys, including zoom controls, a calculator launch button and even keys designed specifically for Microsoft Windows Vista features. I just love the ease of opening the calculator in one press of a key and the ability to program keys to suit my needs - I don't have MS Word on my laptop much preferring the free OpenOffice software to MS.
Would I recommend it?
Yes I would if you want a wireless keyboard and mouse at a reasonable price. It was simple to install and is easy to use and the keyboard is relatively quiet in operation. It isn't quite a stylish as the Logitech Wave keyboard which I use at work but it is a great product for the price.
Only time will tell if I manage to wipe the letters of these keys as well!
Review also published on dooyoo March 2008
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