Learn A Better Keyboard Layout & Take It Everywhere With You Using Portable Keyboard Layout
As some of you guys may know, I have been using an alternative keyboard layout for years. It is called Colemak, and it is brilliant. But using such a layout puts me in an awkward position when I need to work on someone else’s computer. I can type on a conventional QWERTY keyboard, but not nearly as fast. Also, having to constantly switch back and forth between your layout and QWERTY could really slow you down. The solution?
Monitor Usage Of Your Peripherals Competitively With WhatPulse
In my 13 years of internet experience, I can't even imagine how many keys I've pounded or how many times I've clicked that poor mouse. Using WhatPulse now, it's not something I have to imagine. I can know exactly how much usage I've put on those peripherals. But why would I want to?
A Handy Keyboard Shortcuts List for the Upcoming Microsoft Windows 8
Not having to reach for your mouse to do the most routine task is one huge benefit I enjoy every day. That's because I've memorized my list of Windows 7 keyboard shortcuts, and I use applications like Fingertips. Though there have been so many changes to the perspective of personal computing since Windows 7 was dropped, Windows 8 did a good job in recognizing that these are important.
5 Heavy Duty Mechanical Keyboards For The Hardcore Gamer
We’ve made quite a song-and-dance about mechanical keyboards here at MakeUseOf, and now that more and more manufacturers are jumping on the bandwagon they’re no longer specialised bits of kit reserved for the upper echelons of PC gaming. If you’re wondering what the fuss is about you might want to read our relevant Technology Explained feature.
The 3 Steps To Setting Up Your Android Tablet's Touchscreen Keyboard
Over a year after the initial launch of the iPad, we are finally seeing some decent tablet alternatives on the market. Recent legal quarrels between Apple and Samsung indicate that competition will be fierce. Obviously, the most recent Android Honeycomb tablets are up to par, even in the eyes of Apple.
6 Must Have Programs for Your Laptop or Netbook
Laptops offer many advantages compared to desktop computers. Most importantly they are small and portable. The convenient hardware features of laptops, however, also imply a lot of limitations. In this article I will introduce you to a selection of applications that address these hardware limitations.
Speak Your Email & Text Replies Instead Of Typing Them With FlexT9 Keyboard [Android 2.1+]
Typing on a tiny touchscreen is not an inherently fun activity. I can’t remember the last time I heard someone say "Gosh, I love how I keep making embarrassing typos with this tiny keyboard!" Thankfully, there are some very smart people who are working to make typing on a portable device a more bearable experience.
Why Tablets Shouldn't Have Keyboards Included With Them [Geeks Weigh In]
Once the love of all geeks, laptops are now defending their turf against smaller, lighter tablets that provide excellent battery life. While it’s not clear if tablets are the cause, laptops have seen their sales stall out recently. Yet in spite of their position as the new gadget wonder-child, some tablets try to be more like their older brethren by offering a physical keyboard.
Reconfigure Your Mac Keyboard for More Geek Power [Mac]
If you're the type of Mac user who likes to customize every feature or program on your computer, you might want to check out the system preferences application, KeyRemap4MacBook. It essentially enables you to re-map any key on your keyboard for different types of purposes.
How To Install The iSwipe Keyboard On Your iPhone [Cydia]
I don't know about you guys, but I'm perfectly happy with my iPhone's keyboard but I have yet to see someone attempt to make a good version of the Swype keyboard - until now. As long as your iPhone is jailbroken you will now be able to install the iSwipe keyboard and Swype away.
How to Use Your F-Keys for Launching Apps & Finder Items [Mac]
The F-keys on your Mac keyboard can be a powerful set of application and Finder item launchers, saving you the trouble of burrowing through the Finder and bookmarks to launch say iCal, Address Book, your favorite websites, and other items.
3 Handy Keyboard Shortcuts You Need to Program Into Your Media Center Remote
Whether you prefer Boxee, XBMC or the Hulu Desktop for your media center, it's nice to get up from the couch as little as possible. If you don't want to leave the couch very often, you'd better program your remote to do simple tasks.