Tux key (try this!)

[Aomighty 0]

I just did something pretty cool the other day. I've always wondered that even though I no longer use Windows, I use the Windows key all the time to access the K Menu. I had a thought... how about a Tux key! Obviously it would be great if they'd manufacture keyboards with them :P but since that's not gonna happen anytime soon I made my own, printed them out (highest-quality since it's low-res) and taped them over my Windows keys! It works great. I don't have a digital camera to give you a screenshot, but I attached the image I used if you want to try it.

 

:D

Edited August 26, 2005 by Aomighty

[daniewicz 0]

CheapBytes has a linux keyboard:

 

http://cart.cheapbytes.com/cgi-bin/cart

[banjo 0]

I am in need of a new keyboard myself, having worn the letters

off of the original one. Have you ever dealt with cheapbytes?

Are they reliable?

 

Thanks

Banjo

(_)=='=~

[mystified 0]

I bought some keyboard replacement keys and replaced my windows keys with tux keys. I also have one that says Linux and one that says RTFM. Can't think of where I ordered them from.

[durvish 0]

Aomighty, check out this link for your new keyboard!

 

Linux Keyboard

[Aomighty 0]

Sweetness :) Does anyone know of an ergonomic Linux keyboard?

[daniewicz 0]

banjo:

 

I have purchased mandrake CD's and t-shirts from CheapBytes in the past without any problems.

[null 0]

that cymotion's a nice looking kb. Now all we need is a wireless one.

[SoulSe 0]

There are also stores that sell Linux keys that you can replace your Windows keys with. I think Think Geek has a range of stuff...

[omcaree 0]

I'm the proud owner of a cymotion Linux keyboard, but I cant remember where i got it from.

 

I only bought it because I was in the process of removing all things microsoft from my possesion (including MS office keyboard), and of course because it had tux in the corner. now I've been MS free for a few months, and considering I'm still very new to linux i'm quite happy with that :D

 

anyway asside from me and my achievments, its a nice keyboard :P

[phunni 0]

At the risk of getting my head bitten off - I actually think some MS hardware is quite good. Especially things like keyboards and mice.

 

It doesn't really bother me having a windows key to be honest...

[omcaree 0]

I had no problems with my MS hardware (other than initial cost), just felt like rebeling.

 

All my machines are now single-boot linux boxes and all my hardware is MS free

[Aomighty 0]

I've found the same, MS hardware (their mouse for example) is quite nice, but I buy Logitech instead just on principle.

[Guest Adriano]

I don't have to put any principle into the equation. I can't spend 50 euros in a keyboard or mouse, even if S+arck designed them. So I get the durable, trusty cheapo keyboards with their nice win keys that I modify to my taste in GNOME, and a cheap optical mouse.

[AussieJohn 2]

Here is some news that will shock you. Microsoft do not manufacture any keyboards or Mice. They are mostly manufactured by LOGITECH under contract for Microsoft. In fact nearly all Microsoft products are manufactured by other reputable manufacturers.

 

It would surprise me if M'ft even had much to do with the designs either. They cannot design a stable and reliable OS so I can't see them designing the sleek professional hardware carrying their name.

 

I use Logitech Keyboards and Mice and have never had a problem or been disappointed.

 

Cheers. John.