Part 6: Mouse

Today's update is about computer mice. You must be thinking that you can shop for any mouse, as long as it's optical or laser, and fits your hand comfortably. Think again. For most people, a standard mouse would do fine, but generic mice usually suck. Here are some recommendations for the type of person who just wants their cursor to move around without their buttons getting stuck or having the cursor skipping:

Microsoft InteliMouse N50 series
Microsoft D66 series
Logitech SBF series


For budget gaming:

Wolf King MSWOLTROOPER
OCZ OCZMSEQRD
OCZ Eclipse


For gaming without a budget:

Razer DeathAdder
Razer Lachesis
Razer Diamondback
Razer Copperhead
Razer Mamba
Microsoft Sidewinder (all)
Microsoft Habu
Logitech G7
Logitech G5
Logitech G9
Logitech MX518
NZXT Avatar
Steelseries Ikari
Logitech G9x
Razer Salmosa

Mouse sensors are also a factor. Most ball mice require frequent cleaning for best results. They also have a worse feel and worse precision. For most users, optical is the way to go. Optical mice use a red light to shine on a surface. The light bounces back, and the sensor takes that bounced-back light and makes your cursor move. That is why optical mice usually don't work well on uneven surfaces such as carpet. Also, they don't work on mirrors or very reflective surfaces. Laser mice have a wider range of operating surfaces, and are usually more precise than optical mice. (400-800DPI vs 1000DPI for laser) Infrared sensors are usually designed for gaming, as they range from ~1600DPI-~5600DPI.

Remember that some mice are designed to be one-hand only, meaning that either the left or right hand won't fit the mouse.

Some mice also have more than 3 buttons, especially useful for gaming. Also, a lot of gaming mice have LEDs on them, making them more decorative, but some dislike LEDs or some might have a color mismatch between their keyboard/PC.

This concludes today's update, remember to check back soon for more updates. Also, please click on the ads on the sidebar and tell anyone you know that needs computer-related help. I am more than happy to answer any questions about computers you may have, just email me at hong.brandon@gmail.com.