Your computers mouse is a pointing device that is used in a windows operating system environment. It is a device designed to be held in a single hand and usually consists or two or more buttons, plus one or more wheels. When you move the mouse on its mat, it’ll typically result in a cursor on your screen moving.

Your computer mouse is used primarily for clicking, dragging, copying and executing programs. With a combination of clicks and button pressing on your keyboard, your able to perform specific tasks such as selecting, dragging and dropping, rollover, page up & down and a whole host of other actions.

The original mouse was the mechanical ball; it has since been replaced with the latest optimal version. These newest additions are both lighter in weight when compared to the old mechanical ball mouse. They are also far more precise. These types of mouses can easily be picked up at any online computer store. Today, the wireless mouse is the most popular because of the most obvious advantages of easier handling, less clutter and competitive pricing.

The Different Types of Computer Mouses

There are a number of different mouse types such as the laser, wireless, ball and optical mouse. It is also possible to categorise these different mouses on the basis of their DPI resolution. Wireless mouses use Bluetooth, infrared or radio signals whereas the wired solutions use a USB or PS/2 connector.

Computer Mouse Accessories:

In order for you to use a mechanical mouse optimally, you’ll need a mouse pad. However, the laser and optical mouses are capable of functioning without these pads.

Source by Uchenna Rodger Ani-Okoye