Fixing the Biggest Problem with Mechanical Keyboards [video]
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A video discusses a potential solution to a major issue with mechanical keyboards, sparking a low-key discussion among commenters about keyboard design and ergonomics.
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downboots
3 months ago
1 replyThat's not it
southwindcg
3 months ago
2 repliesWell, don't leave us hanging...
pestatije
3 months ago
1 replyid say its noise
southwindcg
3 months ago
Silent or nearly-silent keyboards already exist. A lot of mechanical keyboard enthusiasts prefer the sounds those switches make. (Though I agree they can be problematic when used in an office setting.)
downboots
3 months ago
Here's some pointers https://img.freepik.com/free-vector/mouse-cursor-arrows-blac...
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