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Get Rid of Your Stresses by Using Secure Wireless Keyboards
Just when you have thought that you are already free from security threats, another glaring alarm sounds off. Another security threat is out to give you a stressful and inconvenient life. This security threat is distinct from the threats and risks you may have encountered or heard about before. This time, the target is your wireless keyboard. Yes, you read it right! Your wireless keyboard can be used against you through eavesdropping, encrypting data and sniffing keyboard strokes. The extent to which these threats through wireless keyboards is still under investigation but before these threats could create a widespread havoc, we should already be taking countermeasures.
Researchers of the DreamLabs team discovered the three packets of the transmission of a wireless keyboard. The packet generated due to the connection of the keyboard with a receiver or due to the pressing of the connect button on the keyboard is known as synchronization packet. Another type of packet is the data packet, involving the transmission of encrypted information between the keyboard and the receiver. The last one is known as management packet, involving the release of all keys. The existing 256 possible key values make it meaningless to render keyboard encryption.
A shot of computer connections during an Open Hack Night by sobczak.paul
Security becomes much more of an issue when you are using wireless gadgets compared to the wired versions. In particular, for keyboards, it is significantly crucial that the time of the pressing of the key and the time of the key #8217;s appearance on the screen underscore a low latency. Unfortunately, most keyboard manufacturers have compromised data security in the face of keyboard responsiveness.
But, thank heavens, we no longer have to limit ourselves to using wired gadgets to ensure security and confidentiality of our data. The security threats involving wireless keyboards led to the birth of secure wireless keyboards featuring Logitech #8217;s encryption technology.
A wireless keyboard by seantoyer
Also available in stylish and chic wireless keyboard designs, Logitech #8217;s Cordless Freedom Optical Keyboard has been made available in the market since 2001. This secure wireless keyboard model comes with an optical mouse to complete the package. You can also take a look and test the efficiency of the stylish Logitech Cordless Freedom iTouch that also comes with a wireless mouse. These two offerings integrate substance and form. With their guarantee of high efficiency, these two wireless keyboards also showcase a style and spunk you have never seen in any of Logitech #8217;s existing gadgets. You can also be confident that your investment in buying these secure wireless keyboards will be worth the price, with the keyboards #8217; new programmable Internet buttons, desktop application shortcuts and enhanced security settings.
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Happy Keyboard: What Is All The Fuss About?
Happy Hacking keyboard is a series of keyboards from the Japanese company PFU Limited. There are many unique things about this keyboard, but the first thing you will notice is its relatively smaller size. This keyboard has been designed for use on desks where space is at a premium. The most significant design decision for that purpose is that the keyboard lacks a numeric keyboard. The total number of keys in the original Happy Keyboard model is 60, which is much fewer than in a normal keyboard.
The Amazon sales page of the Happy Hacking Keyboards can be found here.
Different Models of Happy Hacking Keyboard
Happy Hacking Keyboard Professional 2
Happy Hacking Keyboard Professional 2 courtesy of BladeRunner from Flickr
This is the current standard model of the keyboard. It is a 60 key, tactile switch model that also comes with a 2-port USB hub that can be used to connect external devices to the computer. It connects directly with an IBM compatible machine through its USB port, but requires drivers to connect to a Mac Computer.
Happy Hacking Keyboard Professional JP
This is the Japanese version of the keyboard, the keys that have been imprinted with Japanese script characters. Unlike the Professional 2, this keyboard comes with four dedicated arrow keys. The company page is found here.
Happy Hacking Keyboard Lite 2
Happy Hacking Keyboard lite 2 picture courtesy of Applicake from Flickr
This is the only model that has a set of arrow keys, which the company has added only after receiving feedback from its customers. Just like the Professional model, the Happy Lite also comes with a two port USB hub, called downstream USB ports, which can be used to attach external devices to the computer. The keyboards themselves have a mini-USB interface and can connect to either IBM PC compatible or Mac computers. Personally, I love this keyboard because I #8217;m right-handed, which means that my right hand travels less to the mouse, and I still have my arrow keys.
To order one for yourself, head over to Amazon or click Happy Hacking Keyboard Lite2 USB (Black).
Happy Keyboard Key Switches
One of the most unique features of the Happy Hacking keyboard is the design of its key switches. They are of the type called Topre Electrostatic Capacitive key switches, and are a hybrid of mechanical, rubber based and capacitive switches. This hybrid and advanced design ensures tactile comfort as well as durability of the keyboard. Indeed, the keyboard comes with an assurance that it should last more than 10 million keystrokes. More information about the Topre switches and the keyboard in general, can be found here.
Other features of the Happy Hacking Keyboard
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Ports and DIP switches for Happy Hacking Keyboard, picture courtesy of TheRealXsphat from Flickr
DIP Switches
Because the goal of Happy keyboards is to minimize the size and hence the number of keys that it comes with, the keyboard has extra switches that can be toggled to change the functionality of some of the keys. These are the DIP switches, and are found at its back. For example, you can toggle the DIP switch named SW3 between the “delete” key and “backspace” key – when it is switched ON, the particular key it controls, which is found just above the enter key, acts like a backspace, but when switched off, it acts like a delete key.
Blank Keytops
Many models come with blank keytops, which give even more of a minimalist feel to the keyboard.
Warranty
Because of the durability of the keyboard that comes from the rareness of the failure of its keys, the company only provides a repair warranty which is applicable for one year. As you can see from the feedback from users on the Amazon page, these keyboards last for years, so a warranty is the last thing you need to worry about in Happy hacking keyboards.
Colors Available
The keyboard comes in light gray/white and dark/black.
Though they are priced at higher than your average keyboard, the quality of their manufacture, and the ease with which you can work with these keyboards ensures that you will definitely get your money’s worth over the many years you will end up using one once you get it. The special key placements, and the configurable nature of the keyboard means that once you get this model, it will be almost impossible to go back to your regular keyboard. That is as well, because you will not want to!
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Virtual Keyboard: Here to Stay
April 18, 2011
Virtual keyboards are interface devices that allow a user to enter characters into a computer system, much like a normal keyboard. But unlike a normal hardware keyboard, virtual keyboards do not have hardware keys – rather their keys are virtual or software based. A recent example is seen in the Apple’s iPhone – which is [...]
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Computer Keyboards for Seniors
October 12, 2010
As individuals grow older, their vision weakens and in today’s day and age, almost everyone uses a computer; however, the problem arises for senior citizens as the use of a keyboard can be very difficult as the letters and numbers are hard to see.  For that reason, several manufacturers have taken into consideration that senior [...]
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Computer Keyboards for Children
September 2, 2010
Computers are everywhere – they are at home, at work and at school.  They are in backpacks, purses, and carrying bags.  Almost everyone has one.  As each year passes, the younger the children are that are learning to use a computer.  With good reason, of course, since computers are a main learning resource in school [...]
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Qwerty in the news again.
August 12, 2010
The BBC recently ran an article on how the qwerty configuration came about on the majority of keyboards used today. It talked about the history and briefly mentions the comparisons between qwerty and dvorak. What I found interesting is that the article doesn #8217;t really dive into the age-old debate on which is better. While it #8217;s [...]
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Cool keyboard Themed Accessories
August 2, 2010
A keyboard may cast an image as a dull, necessary component of a computer; it can, however be quite the fashion statement. A little imagination can yield a variety of end products, such as small boxes decorated with keys. Keyboards can even be redesigned when needed, and be just as fashionable as accessories made with [...]
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Guide to Buying a Computer Keyboard
July 22, 2010
Since the keyboard is the most essential component of your computer for it to work properly and efficiently it is important to ensure that you buy the right type of computer keyboard based on your own specific needs and individual typing needs. What Are You Using it For? First things first, what are you using [...]
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Apple Keyboards
July 22, 2010
We haven’t forgotten you Mac users out there.  Having a reliable, durable, and ergonomic keyboard with your Mac is just as important as it is with a PC. Apple has three different main keyboards – a keyboard without the numeric keypad, a keyboard with the numeric keypad, and a wireless keyboard.  Let’s take a look [...]
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Indestructible Keyboards
July 21, 2010
Most of use have had situations where we #8217;ve ruined our keyboards by spilling stuff on it, dropping it, or crushing the keys, etc. When my last keyboard died on contact with a soda, I decided to do some research on keyboards that were pretty much indestructible, and came across this video. I have to admit [...]
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Best Wireless Keyboards
July 21, 2010
What is the most essential part of your computer?  What is the component that you cannot operate your computer without?  The keyboard.  Since the keyboard is such an important part of computer use, it is important that you have the best that there is, especially if you use it a lot.  In addition, many users [...]
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Best Computer Keyboards
July 21, 2010
If you are looking to improve your productivity level and put a stop to the pain and stress that you feel when typing, trade in your old keyboard for one of these QWERTY computer keyboards as these are considered some of the best available on the market today. Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Pro This package [...]
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Best Qwerty Keyboard Phones Today
July 21, 2010
It seems like every single day there is a brand new cell phone that one of the leading cell phone carriers are advertising and distributing.  If you pay close attention, most of them have the QWERTY keyboard as a feature.  Many people find the QWERTY keyboard on the cell phone annoying but I don’t understand [...]
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ABC Keyboards
July 21, 2010
While ABC keyboards are not the standard keyboard in today’s world, it was the very first keyboard layout that was ever used. Did you know that I was over 130 years ago that the first ABC Keyboard History A patent for what was supposedly and possibly a typewriter was first awarded to Henry Mill in [...]
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Top 10 Coolest Keyboards
July 21, 2010
Some of the designs that people have invented for keyboards are beyond me but they are actually really cool. I wish I had the imagination that some of these people had, don’t you? We’d both probably be rich right now instead of at the computer typing and reading! Here are my top 10 coolest keyboards [...]
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AZERTY Keyboards
July 20, 2010
There are several different layouts for the keyboard including QWERTY, Dvorak, as well as AZERTY. This article will focus on the AZERTY layout, which many are very unfamiliar with. The AZERTY layout was named just as the QWERTY layout was named. The first six letters on the top row of letters spells AZERTY. This specific [...]
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Best Way to Learn Faster Touch Typing
July 20, 2010
Touch typing is when you are able to type without looking at the keyboard. A lot of secretaries do this as do the ones that sit in the court room and type every word that is being said – they simply don’t have time to look at the keyboard while they are typing because everyone [...]
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Best Selling Keyboards
July 20, 2010
Since the keyboard is the most basic, yet most important component of your computer, it’s essential that you have one in proper working condition. In addition, it is important that it fits your style. For example, there are keyboards made essentially for kids (some are really neat, too!) while there are others that are made [...]
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Best Combination Keyboards
July 20, 2010
When it comes to purchasing accessories for your computer, if you use it a lot then you want the best that there is out there available on the market today. Another thing that many people consider when purchasing is a combo keyboard, which is a keyboard and a mouse sold together in a single package. [...]
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Best Ergonomic Computer Keyboards
July 20, 2010
Ergonomic keyboards were ultimately designed in order to help the typist have more natural movements of the wrists, hands, fingers, and forearms when typing so that the typist is more comfortable and is less at risk for developing serious diseases such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. If you are at the computer a lot then an [...]
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Most Expensive Computer Keyboards Ever
July 20, 2010
You know that thing that you type on every single day. The keyboard for your computer? Yea, that. Well, did you know that there have been some created that cost close to $5,000? Crazy, right? How much would you pay for a cool keyboard? Let us take a look at some of the most expensive [...]
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Free Typing Games
July 19, 2010
There is a variety of free typing games that you can find online. These typing games have been designed to not only entertain you but to help you learn how to type more accurately, efficiently, and rapidly. Since the internet is used to communicate to almost everyone in today’s world, it is vital that you [...]
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How to Care for and Maintain Your Keyboard
July 17, 2010
The keyboard is probably one of the most important parts of your computer. Without the keyboard, you cannot type an important work e-mail, an important school paper that is due tomorrow, nor can you send instant messages to your friends. In literal terms, your computer is of no use at all without your keyboard. What [...]
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Dvorak Keyboards
July 14, 2010
Most of us only know of the QWERTY keyboard layout but in fact, there are several other layouts that were invented but never made it for us to see today. One of the alternatives to the layout that we use on a daily basis is known as the Dvorak keyboard. Let’s learn a little bit [...]
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QWERTY Keyboard
July 12, 2010
Did you know that the keyboard that you use at school, work, and home on a daily basis actually has a history?  Have you ever wondered why the layout is what it is?  It’s kind of weird, isn’t it?  Did you know that the average person when typing using their left hand more than their [...]
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Best Wireless Keyboards
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Best Ergonomic Computer Keyboards
Most Expensive Computer Keyboards Ever
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