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  • J jkirkerx

    I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

    If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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    CodeZombie62
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    I bought this one earlier this year:

    Logitech G915 LIGHTSPEED RGB... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NY9ZRZG?ref=ppx\_pop\_mob\_ap\_share

    It’s a little loud but I work from home so it doesn’t bother me. I did have to put a piece of cardboard under the programmable keys on the left hand side because I kept accidentally pressing them.

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    • J jkirkerx

      I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

      If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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      Salmar33
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      Let me preface this post by stating the following: Conventional keyboards do not follow the anatomy of the human body. Short backstory: many years ago, due to multiple repetitive stress injuries in my wrist and elbow (I also do sports and play musical instruments), I switched to ergonomic keyboards (split design, negative tilt and tenting) after having talked to a few orthopedists. I am happy to say that I am now four year injury free :) I am currently using the Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard both at home and at work. The keys are nothing to write home about - they are rubber dome, however it'super affordable. I would prefer mechanical switches (I do use an old Razer Orbweaver with mechanical keys + trackball for gaming), however ergonomic keyboards with mechanical keys are usually way overpriced.

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        Let me preface this post by stating the following: Conventional keyboards do not follow the anatomy of the human body. Short backstory: many years ago, due to multiple repetitive stress injuries in my wrist and elbow (I also do sports and play musical instruments), I switched to ergonomic keyboards (split design, negative tilt and tenting) after having talked to a few orthopedists. I am happy to say that I am now four year injury free :) I am currently using the Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard both at home and at work. The keys are nothing to write home about - they are rubber dome, however it'super affordable. I would prefer mechanical switches (I do use an old Razer Orbweaver with mechanical keys + trackball for gaming), however ergonomic keyboards with mechanical keys are usually way overpriced.

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        theoldfool
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        +1 for ergo keyboard. I sprung for a mechanical one, refurbished, several years ago. Greatly reduced discomfort due to arthritis. Prices on the newer split, programmable, boards are insane. One new release sells for $400+ and is in short supply. Someone sold one on eBay for over $1K. Like I said, insane. :)

        >64 Some days the dragon wins. Suck it up.

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        • J jkirkerx

          I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

          If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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          Marc Clifton
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          I've been using Logitech k740-backlit-illuminated keyboards for years[^] Love them - quiet, minimal travel and force required, makes typing a breeze. I used to get carpal tunnel and used those fancy curved keyboards to fix that, but the Logitech requires such light touch that I can use a "straight" keyboard with no issues.

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          • J jkirkerx

            I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

            If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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            PSU Steve
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            I have been using an old style Microsoft Internet Keyboard (https://www.amazon.com/Microsoft-Internet-Keyboard-PS-Interface/dp/B00002MZ8G[^]) for years now. It's to the point where I've had to epoxy the legs back on when they broke. We're getting new KVMs pretty soon and I am worried the PS/2 to USB converter isn't going to work with the keyboard... :omg:

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            • T theoldfool

              +1 for ergo keyboard. I sprung for a mechanical one, refurbished, several years ago. Greatly reduced discomfort due to arthritis. Prices on the newer split, programmable, boards are insane. One new release sells for $400+ and is in short supply. Someone sold one on eBay for over $1K. Like I said, insane. :)

              >64 Some days the dragon wins. Suck it up.

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              Salmar33
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              Sadly you are right ^^ A couple months back I built myself a Lily58 from splitkb.com. (however those are only split and you'll have to tinker and further customize it yourself to implement negative tilt and tenting) It was my first soldering job, so a few of the keys suffer from cold joints, thus recently one stopped working, haven't gotten around to fixing that yet, since I use the Microsoft Ergonomic Keyboard most of the time anyway. :laugh:

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              • J jkirkerx

                I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

                If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                Vikram A Punathambekar
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                I don't code, at least, not a lot, but I bought a Redragon Dyaus 509 just a week back. [Amazon.in: Buy Redragon Dyaus K509 Wired Semi Mechanical Gaming Keyboard](https://www.amazon.in/Keyboard-Mechanical-K509-Redragon-Illuminated/dp/B0797NX6D5) The keys are much higher than what I am used to, but so far I like it. My only gripe is that it doesn't remember the lighting setting when I start up my PC.

                Cheers, Vikram.

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                • J jkirkerx

                  I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

                  If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                  honey the codewitch
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                  YES. The Das 5QS is amazing. It is like butter. It is durable as heck. I beat on my keys. It is among the best $200 I have spent on my PC. Also each key has individually programmable RGB lighting. You can write widgets or they have them to monitor CPU/GPU usage, incoming email, github stuff. whatever. So your keyboard can talk back to you with its lights.

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                  • D David ONeil

                    The codewitch was raving about hers a while ago. I really like my Azio, but hers sounds nicer.

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                    honey the codewitch
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                    Das 5QS - it's wonderful!

                    To err is human. Fortune favors the monsters.

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                      YES. The Das 5QS is amazing. It is like butter. It is durable as heck. I beat on my keys. It is among the best $200 I have spent on my PC. Also each key has individually programmable RGB lighting. You can write widgets or they have them to monitor CPU/GPU usage, incoming email, github stuff. whatever. So your keyboard can talk back to you with its lights.

                      To err is human. Fortune favors the monsters.

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                      jkirkerx
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                      I looked at it, and scratched my head on the $200 price. Ran it by a friend and he scratched his head as well and recommended the Logitech MX Keys for Business. If I don't like the MX Keys I'll consider this keyboard. Thanks!

                      If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                      • J jkirkerx

                        I looked at it, and scratched my head on the $200 price. Ran it by a friend and he scratched his head as well and recommended the Logitech MX Keys for Business. If I don't like the MX Keys I'll consider this keyboard. Thanks!

                        If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                        honey the codewitch
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                        Every time I touch this keyboard I know where the money went.

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                          Every time I touch this keyboard I know where the money went.

                          To err is human. Fortune favors the monsters.

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                          jkirkerx
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                          So you got the metal one, Das Keyboard 5QS? now $197.01 USD on Amazon Gamma Zulu soft tactile switches Guess the other one is plastic top, Das Keyboard X50Q and $127 USD on Amazon Gamma Zulu soft tactile switches This one seems pretty cool, full metal construction Das Keyboard Prime 13 Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard, Cherry MX Brown Mechanical Switches, Clean White LED Backlit Keys, USB Pass-Through, Aluminum Top Panel (104 Keys, Black) at $127 USD Hmm, so many to choose from ...

                          If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                          • J jkirkerx

                            I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

                            If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                            Roger Wright
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                            jkirkerx wrote:

                            I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love.

                            I don't have much call for programming anymore, but I love my daskeyboard 5QS. They don't use Cherry switches in the newest models, but this thing is sweet to hunt & peck on! Fully programmable, too, as if I'd want to do that...

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                              jkirkerx wrote:

                              I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love.

                              I don't have much call for programming anymore, but I love my daskeyboard 5QS. They don't use Cherry switches in the newest models, but this thing is sweet to hunt & peck on! Fully programmable, too, as if I'd want to do that...

                              Will Rogers never met me.

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                              jkirkerx
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                              I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. So now I bought 2 keyboards, including the Logitech MX keys for business with a built-in rechargeable battery.

                              If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                              • J jkirkerx

                                I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

                                If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                                englebart
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                                I am still using my old MouseSystems keyboard from Comp USA.* The plastic is so yellow now, but it is probably on its 6th or 7th CPU/laptop. * no touch pad as the newly introduced touch pad version would lock up after 4 hours

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                                • J jkirkerx

                                  So you got the metal one, Das Keyboard 5QS? now $197.01 USD on Amazon Gamma Zulu soft tactile switches Guess the other one is plastic top, Das Keyboard X50Q and $127 USD on Amazon Gamma Zulu soft tactile switches This one seems pretty cool, full metal construction Das Keyboard Prime 13 Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard, Cherry MX Brown Mechanical Switches, Clean White LED Backlit Keys, USB Pass-Through, Aluminum Top Panel (104 Keys, Black) at $127 USD Hmm, so many to choose from ...

                                  If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                                  honey the codewitch
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                                  Yeah the 5QS. The main reason i got it was I was chewing through my keycaps in no time and I wanted to be able to replace them. I haven't had to replace these. The other reason I got it was I was dropping keys because my fingers are quick, yet lazy so I mash multiple keys at once. This keyboard is NKRO meaning I don't drop letters anymore. Weee!

                                  To err is human. Fortune favors the monsters.

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                                  • J jkirkerx

                                    I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

                                    If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                                    _WinBase_
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                                    I use a microsoft wired ergonomic keyboard, it's great quality and took a little getting used to for a month or so because of the shape, but now i wouldnt swap back to an old 'flat' type. GL

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                                      I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

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                                      gervacleto
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                                      I have been using the G.SKILL KM780 MX Cherry Blue. This is not only an excellent keyboard, but also has 6 additional macro buttons I can use for repetitive tasks when developing. Instead of pressing two keys for some actions, I program one of the keys to do the job. It has the possibility to program 3 sets of 6 macro-keys to have 18 different macros. In my case I use the first for C# in Visual Studio; the second for Python and the third for gamming. By the way this is the original intention for this keyboard: GAMING :laugh:

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                                        I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

                                        If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                                        MikeCO10
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                                        I'm wanting to get another keyboard as well. Lots of answers here, but I don't see too much as to why a $200 is better for coding than a $50 one? I'm just curious what the advantage is to doing coding. I'd note that I'm typing this on a stock HP, but since I'm having coffee at the kitchen table, it works because I can set it back further away than the one I use at my desk, which is a Logitech MK wireless. Don't have the luxury of that extra distance at my desk.

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                                          I've been using my current keyboard for over 15 years now, and it's time to throw it in the trash and get a new one. It uses batteries and is wireless, and I'm tired of keeping batteries around, and rather go back to a corded keyboard. I like the palm rest on my keyboard, and it's a straight design, Microsoft Wireless Desktop Elite. So I'm looking for a new one. Some keyboards are $189 USD now. I like mechanical keys, and RGB lighting would be cool I think. Just wondering if there is a great keyboard out there that programmers love. Not like the old days where I went to Comp USA and tried them out. [update 1] I ordered the Logitech MX keys for business. I do need to get a couple of keyboards so I'll a couple of them out. [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp\](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09DKM9CJY?psc=1&smid=A2Q1LRYTXHYQ2K&ref\_=chk\_typ\_imgToDp) [Update 2] I bought the ... Das Keyboard 6 Professional Backlit Wired Mechanical Keyboard - Tactile Cherry MX Blue Switches, Shine-Through Keycaps, 2-Port USB C Hub, Media Controls, Durable Aluminum Enclosure, Volume Knob, NKRO - $200 on Amazon Very Expensive, but I've been sitting on a pile of Amazon gift cards all year to pay for it, and cashed them in for this. It seems to have everything I want, and is all aluminum construction as well. [update] So now I bought 2 keyboards. I'll keep the one I like most. Can't wait to throw away my current keyboard. Tired of missing characters when I type.

                                          If it ain't broke don't fix it Discover my world at jkirkerx.com

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                                          Mark Starr
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                                          I have a Das keyboard. Brown switches. Doesn’t have all the fancy backlight features, don’t know if they were offered when I got mine. 8 or 9 years later, still working fine, though I’ve been retired for a few years now. If it ever wears out I’ll buy another Das. Good luck finding your keyboard. Very personal thing.

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