Learn About Computer Mice

What is it?

Also known as "mouse", it is an input device that captures user input from surface movement, then sends them to your device. It allows users to navigate graphical user interfaces (GUI) with ease by moving a cursor. They usually come included with the purchase of your computer.

How does it work?

Mouse works by doing the following (over simplified) steps:

1. Capture movement
2. Send data to device

Look for

• Comfort

  Check how comfortable it is to use

• Precision

  Check how precise the mouse is in tracking your movement

• Left Handed

  If you are left handed, check if it suitable for left handed people

• Buttons

  Check how many buttons the mouse has

  More buttons can give you more flexibility with making shortcuts. It can be very useful in some software and games.

• Wireless

  Check if the mouse is wireless

  Wireless mice can make your desk look more clean. It can be very useful if set away from your PC.

• Bluetooth

  Check if the mouse uses Bluetooth

  Wireless Bluetooth mice can connect to your device without using any ports, unlike wireless mice without Bluetooth, which usually need a USB port for their wireless receiver.

• Rechargeable

  Check if the mouse batteries are rechargeable

  Wireless mice can either be equipped with rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries. It is better to get one with rechargeable batteries.

• Input lag

  Check the input lag

  This is very important for fast games. Usually wired is better than wireless.

• Noise

  Check the noise levels from using the mouse

  It can be annoying to some people around you if you are using a noisy mouse.

• Compatibility

  Check compatibility with your device ports and OS

Avoid

• Uncomfortable

  Avoid uncomfortable mice

  It is very important to get a mouse that is comfortable for you. Nothing matters as much as comfort. Best way to know is testing it yourself. See if you can try the mouse before purchase.