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This Logitech MK520 keyboard and mouse feature a wireless design for taking with you on the go. The Incurve keys and palm rest allow for comfortable use.
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5
Exactly what I need, and Linux compatible too
on September 9, 2011
Posted by: droid2fan
from Seattle, WA
I bought a Microsoft 800 wireless desktop set and it worked great, but I needed something with a bigger Escape key. This was the one. It is just the right size , the key layout is comfortable and the caps lock key has a light, something still a little rare on wireless keyboards. The sound up/down keys work with Linux also (Ubuntu 10), as does the Print Screen. It is just under 7.5 inches deep so just fits in my Fellows keyboard tray, and it is low profile, allowing me to slide the keyboard tray under the desk when not using it. This was also true for the Microsoft 800. Both are fine products. This one is larger and more expensive, so it is just a matter of preference. I gave the MS 800 to my wife and she is very happy with it. I found some old web flames about Logitech not being compatible with Linux, but this is no longer so, at least for this product. At $60 it is a little pricey, but it is the cheapest one I could find that would fit the tray, and had the features I wanted.
What's great about it: Linux compatible, good sized Escape key, caps lock light, right size and shape for keyboard tray.
What's not so great: nothing
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Microsoft - Wireless Desktop 800 Keyboard and Optical Mouse - Black
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Ease of Use
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This 2LF-00001 wireless keyboard and mouse feature 2.4GHz technology for secure connectivity with a range up to 15'. Optical technology provides responsive cursor control, and the snap-in transceiver stows in the mouse for easy portability.
Customer Rating
5
Good basic unit, and Linux compatible
on September 9, 2011
Posted by: droid2fan
from Seattle, WA
I was looking for a Linux compatible wireless keyboard and mouse combo and this one worked straight out of the box with no problems. I am running Ubuntu on a somewhat old Lenovo X300 laptop. It also works fine on Windows 7 (my laptop is dual boot). It is a nice small but comfortable keyboard and very good basic mouse. I'm doing technical writing, email, web browsing, and programming. My text editor is Emacs, and the only thing I was not entirely happy about is that the Escape key is a little small, and the keys are a little crowded. I gave it to my wife, who is 100% happy with it, and uses it with her Lenovo laptop, an SL500. I paid $40 for it, but from time to time these and others go on sale, so you can save some money by catching one at the right time. Even at $40 it is well worth the money. After giving it to my wife, I bought a Logitech MK520, which also works with Linux and has a bigger Escape key, but costs a lot more ($60). Take your pick.
What's great about it: Linux compatible, works great, low cost
What's not so great: small Escape key
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Logitech - MK520 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo - Black
(2,789)Design
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Ease of Use
4
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