I have had the best luck with white keyboards vs the black ones--sm
Posted By: DeeDee on 2008-02-26
In Reply to: Keyboard that the letters won't wear off - Kathy
I got one at Wal*Mart 2 years ago and still has letters on it. Usually go through one a year.
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Actually, there are many left, both black and white.
God Bless them all.
Not a black or white thing
Am white, use reckon and fixin to, these are just southern expressions I grew up with. So funny told hubby I was gonna take my bath- he said well that was really rude. My grandson piped up and said everyone in his family took a bath. What a laugh that got! I told hubby the other day not gonna do something, just like beating a dead horse and spinning my wheels, no use. Gosh I wish I could think of more but mind is sorta blank on these at this time.
red and yellow, black and white--OK
Type as dictated. Oriental male and black male are both acceptable phrases.
Oriental, Caucasian, Filipino, Hispanic, Latino, etc., are all names of peoples/races and should be capitalized.
Color designations of race and ethnicity are not capitalized: black, white.
See BOS 2nd Edition for more information: pgs 366-367, 202, 70.
Black keyboards and key stickers here...
Don't know anything about how these keyboards are for longevity of letters/numbers on the keys, but here they are:
http://www.datacal.com/black-keyboards.htm
And here are replacement key cap overlays/stickers:
http://www.datacal.com/alpha-replacement-overlays.htm
And more keyboard stickers of all kinds:
http://www.datacal.com/catalog.htm#SoftOverlays
The only person that bothered me at my wedding was the one who wore a white dress. Black is fine.
White Stripes, Black-Eyed Peas, Tom Petty, Chrissy Hynde
Ebonics: Not a black thing or white thing. (sm)
I don't think there's any cause to get upset or defensive here. Look it up on line...even colleges are offering courses in Ebonics! ...well of course they are more sociology-type courses, but still, people are PAYING to learn about the why's and how's of this "other" language.
A quote from one of the sites I found:
"UT-Austin's "Introduction to the Study of African American English," teaches students that the sentence, "Nobody didn't leave" is not "mainstream English with mistakes," but rather a legitimate English dialect. "Ebonics: Myth and Facts" and "African-American English" are both offered at Harvard. Penn and UCLA also promote Ebonics as a legitimate dialect in, "Introduction to African American and Latino English" and "Afro-American Sociolinguistics: Black English," respectively."
Here's the link: http://www.academia.org/campus_reports/2002/september_2002_2.html
Elimiate white flour and white sugar from your diet.
Black widows are shiny black, females have red spot
There aren't many males around. After the mate, the females eat them lol.
We have black widows galore here in Calif. I actually keep frogs in my yard (provide ponds for them) and they have made a big impact on the insect population.
Remember to always wear shoes (something I try to do).
Anyone know what OEM means? Looking at keyboards to buy & there are some MS 4000 keyboards advertise
anyone have a clue?
These keyboards are designed after the original IBM keyboards that
have the "clicky, audible sound" when pressing the keys - not the hushed, soft, nonexistent touch & feel of the newer keyboards.
Think it depends on what you've learned on & "typed" on as to your preference regarding touch, sound feedback, etc.
When my original IBM keyboard was going on the blitz(1995),I searched far & wide for a company to repair such and/or replace it. This company has repaired such - several times. This company does offer clones of the original IBM that are very comparable to the original. They also have other keyboards available made by their company, but I have no personal knowledge as to their touch, etc.
As a side note, this company will repair most model keyboards for a very nomimal fee if you have a favorite you don't want to part with - ask for Jim Owens - he's a doll-babe !!
I know this company makes several of their own keyboards, but what I believe mdlfcrs is referring to is not known to the newer transcriptionists. In other words, the keyboard she/he and I are talking about is not ergonomic, soft-touch or mushy feeling. It goes back to the days of the typewriter - you heard it, you felt the keys - a totally different feeling compared to most "computer keyboards" -
Why not leave them white or off-white and use
accessories and window treatments to bring it together. Personally, I like neutral color walls and like to decorate around them. You can bring the rooms together with nice window treatments, throw pillows, and candles with candle holders.
Pier-1 imports has great decorating ideas.
Good luck.
Good luck. See what luck they're having on the
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Your white cat
I have a feral kitten and I brought in a log for him to claw on and he loves it. You could try that.
Mollie
White noise sm
I have a small TV and Bose radio/CD player in my office. I worked 30 years in a clinic setting and am just used to working with the sound of people around me. I have remotes to those two things, plus remote for ceiling fan/lite and DVD player on desk, lol. I think it might be time to get a universal remote.
White Chili
and homemade fresh salsa. Yum!
White tea and ginger (sm)
You can get it on the B&BW website--it's on sale now for $5, too.
What is white chestnut?...nm
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The White House says they did not know about
and then went on TV to talk about taxes. I think if you watch FOX news you could see it was not democrats or republicans but everyday people who are sick of politicians lying to us. I have not seen any "Change" just more spending to pay back the people who bought this election. IMHO.....
keyboards
I am constantaly having trouble with the letters being worn off -- have been through 4 keyboards in the past two years -- any suggestions, though I know where the keys are, it looks funny when they are blank.
Thanks.
Patti
keyboards
Jen, did you call about the keyboards? Anything I found said that Cirque is no longer in business, and when I went to the other site, found only the pads, not the keyboards. The original looks wonderful. If you find where it can be purchased, let us know.
Keyboards
Once upon a time, I used one of those split keyboards. Considering buying one again. Does anyone use one? How does it compare over the longterm?
Keyboards
It didn't take any time at all to get used to the GoldTouch in the tented position. I bought mine off of ebay and am keeping my eyes open for another one, cheap, to have as a back-up.
I have a COuntoured keyboard that I bought off Ebay. I have had it for a month or 2 but just havent had the time to work with it. It seems kind of complicated to get set up. The Goldtouch, I plugged into a USB port and off I went.
I have seen and bid on all kinds of keyboards. They even have one handed one that resemble the top of a job stick. One hand does it all. And there are ones called Bats (I think) that are everything done by one hand. I am trying to buy one of those kinda cheap.
ALso, I have tried Dragon Naturally Speaking but the time to train it took too long. It was quicker to type.
Keyboards
I have no idea when I will be trying that out but can let you know. If I lose your email I will post that I have tried it. It looks to me like it is going to be like when you spell something out on the telephone. So many clicks per number to get a certain letter.
I have never had trouble buying anything off ebay. I have seen new and used keyboards. Mine have all been used but I always check the stats on the seller to see that history. Also pay with PayPal so would have that as a recouse also if had problems. And of course, I save all correspondence, etc, not just for ebay but any kind of cyber transcactions.
Keyboards
Hi Anna, check out this website. http://office-ergo.com/12things2.htm I searched for Ergonomics on google, and came up with a ton of sites. Hope this helps.
Keyboards - sm
I am a keyboard snob. I only use mechanical keyboards (which are usually older keyboards). They have the "click" that comes from the spring action making connection. My preferences are Magitronic, Keytronic, or (best) NMB. These keyboards have "sliders" that make typing a joy. The older IBM M keyboard is also mechanical action, but I find the keys rather harder to type on. I like a clicky, soft touch mechanical-action keyboard. I usually buy them on ebay - some are rather expensive, some are cheap - all are old and all are mechanical action! 
keyboards
I had a Kensington keyboard that I bought I think at Comp USA, somewhere more than 3 years ago. It was not really expensive, and didn't have a split keyboard, but had slanted keys, which I thought were quite a bit easier to use and I really liked it. The letters didn't wear off, and it was working fine until I dumped a whole glass of diet orange pop on it about a month ago. A whole glass, that is, except what went all over my desk and the wall. I took it all apart, rinsed everything out, set it out in the sun to dry well, put all the little rubber dothingies back in place on each key, and have a keyboard that doesn't work anymore. Sigh. I would buy another one just like it, and hope to find one as soon as I can stop putting money in other things, like furnace repairs.
Keyboards
I have bought some of the best and the longest they last is 6 to 8 months witout starting to come off. So I buy a new keyboard about every 12 to 15 months as it also looses its bounce. Guess that comes with doing 45,000 to 50,000 lines per month but you would think that they would make them so that they last a little longer.
Keyboards
 I have this problem as well and was told by Dell tech support that it is the grease on the fingers, i.e, lotion, eating while working etc that makes the letters wear off. I have gone through 6 keyboards in 2 years and now I put clear finger nail polish on the keys and this has worked thus far. You must do this prior to using the new keyboard first, as in no greasy fingers.
RE: Keyboards
I use the Microsoft Wireless Natural Multimedia Keyboard and it is wonderful. Love it. I don't use the shift key on the right either apparently.
Keyboards - sm
I have tried all three, and always go back to the Maxium. The Goldtouch was too loud and cumbersome. I could not get use to the Freestyle, but love the Maxium. If you decide on one, and I have the Goldtouch in my computer closet I would sell you...email if interested.
KEYBOARDS
I agree about what a difference the keyboard can make!!
I looked at the split keyboards, but my hands are kind of small so I went with a WAVE keyboard.
It is made by Logitech and you can find it at Office Max and Staples. It is wireles and came in a combo with a wirless mouse for about $75. It has well paid for itself!! for me!
About trying out keyboards
About the keyboard advice previously given, when you try them out, can you tell you like them right away or do they all feel a bit awkward? I'm just wondering how to know what I'll like best when picking one out.
Thanks for your ongoing help! 
Keyboards I tried out
I looked at keyboards yesterday and tried them (pretended to type) in the store. The ones they had with each hand's keys father apart (which is what I thought would be best) were big, bulky, with keys that stuck up too high and just felt awkward. The one that felt best was smaller ... more in order of a normal keyboard but curved a bit to accommodate more natural hand position.
Do you think this is an accurate assessment of what would work best for me, or would one get more used to the other type? Are there split keyboards that don't seem so bulky and awkward from the start?
Thanks. I really want a new keyboard, but I'm afraid I'll buy something I regret. Just not sure how to tell what's best. 
keyboards
I've been an MT for over 20 years and my shoulders and arms are feeling starting to feel it. I've been using a MS ergo keyboard for years now, but would like to invest is a super good keyboard. Anyone have one you particularly like? Anyone try one of those keyboards where you type sideways? TIA
keyboards
I have narrowed my selection of new keyboards down to the Microoft Natural Wireless 7000 and the Logitech cordless. I need speed and comfort. I will test drive each but until I do does anyone have any comments on either of these keyboards? TIA
i own like 5 keyboards
--for some reason, I don't know! I only use one for work. I must be a pack rat. I don't know about the locked keys, my idea was that one key was stuck, but she said the number keys work. I don't know whats up with that unless you have another keyboard hooked up with something pressing down on those keys.
white noise machine
I had a neighbor who had a dog who barked all night and also another neighbor who played music all night. I bought a white noise machine for about $20.00. I had a choise of ocean waves, birds chirping, rain hitting the house, thunder, so many more sounds and it worked..It would drown out the outside noises.I had tried ear plugs, calling the cops (the minute they left the dog and neighbor would start again), confronting the neighbors..nothing worked but the white nose machine..You can get one at any department store..
I have never seen a white man/woman in the fields.
Who would want to stand in 100 plus degree temps or, in winter, nonstop rain, chilly temps, working the fields or tending the cattle? No one who was raised with sliced bread; they'd probably starve first.
I was married to an ag man (cattle). The immigrants come and go across the border often (visiting family). It is not difficult.
They are keeping the price of the food you eat down.
White Sox. They should have won the last World Series
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white dresses always look a little pasty....nm
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And I want the white chili recipe!
Try straight white vinegar. sm
I use it all the time. Of course, the smell is horrible but at least it is better than some of that stuff you buy in the store. I usually rinse it real well after and then dry everything.
put a little white vinegar is a bowl and set it out.
Vinegar is a great neutralizer. I always have my stove exhaust fan on when cooking odorous foods and if possible I open a window. We had someone housesit for us who smoked in the house, even though they were told they couldn't. I'm very sensitive to cigarette smoke and we had to wash all the surfaces with vinegar. I had a used car dealer tell me one time when I was complaining about a smell in a used car to cut an apple in half and put it under the seat, so maybe an apple would work too.
oh yeah, like white americans and others...sm
another one who needs their head examined - blaming all the crime in America on illegal aliens.....you're very sick......
Just look at the predators going after kids - NOT ONE IS EVER FROM ANOTHER COUNTRY - only white trailer park trash oh and priests.......pedophiliacs......
Gang rapes - usually done by white men.......
drugs were around way before the illegal aliens - street gangs were around before illegal aliens (think MAFIA and then Bloods and Crips)........
Geesh - you need to just quit posting is all....ill-educated as far as the street goes, eh?
look in the mirror before you falsly accuse Immigrants!!
Trailer park trash has been on the welfare rolls for 4 decades in this country!! They keep having more babies thinking they can stay on forever. Good thing the welfare laws are changing!!
White Chili Recipe
Here ya go. It's SO easy. Enjoy
WHITE CHILI
1 48-oz jar of Randall Beans, drained
1 16-oz jar of Salsa
1 14-oz can of chicken broth
2C. cooked chicken, shredded
1 Onion
1-1/2 tsp. garlic
1 T. cumin
1 block of pepper-jack cheese.
Cook in crockpot for 4+ hours.
Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips.
White Chestnut, keeps me focussed.
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Contact The White House @
http://www.whitehouse.gov
Is Pres. Obama taking into consideration how many U.S. based medical transcriptionists will be out of work when his medical records program, computerizing medical records, is put into effect? Thousands upon thousands upon thousands. This end result is never addressed, only how it will save jobs, save money......NOT from my point of view. I changed jobs 11 years ago to become a Transcriptionist thinking it was going to be a prosperous move. I am 50 years old. Where will my job be in a few years?
Ergonomics/keyboards
I started using a split keyboard years ago. I love them. The first one I had was PC Concepts, I believe. When I finally wore that one out and went to get another, I couldn't find that brand. I got Microsoft's keyboard next. It's okay, although the #6 key is on the left, which I found to be true of all the split keyboards. My PC Concepts KB had the #6 on the right, which made more sense to me. I was never able to adjust to this, so I constructed a "bridge" for the #6 key. I have never been able to find a split keyboard with the #6 on the right. Does anyone know of one?
Also, I use my mouse too much and I'm starting to get pains. Yea!! So, I'm wondering, does anyone use a split keyboard with a built-in mousepad-thingy on the bottom of the keyboard? I was thinking about trying one of these next, but I hate to spend the $ w/o getting some opinions first. If you use one, what brand; do you like it; does it really work; any suggestions?
Thanks!!
ergonomic keyboards
Not only is it impossible to use, the salesperson was rude and difficult when I called for return instructions. Also, there was a money back guarantee on the website, but in small print "if refurbished, we cannot refund your money." And guess what, you don't know its refurbished until it arrives on your doorstep!! Needless to say, 350 bucks flushed down the toilet.
I recently ordered the "ergoflex" keyboard, and was wondering if anyone has tried this? It lets you rest each arm as far away as possible, which is what I need. I've been typing on two keyboards, one for the left, one for the right, and it just takes up too much space. I'm hoping this will help. To the poster below about keyboard testimonials, these could probably be secured to the end of your arm rests, and also on the web site they have separate arm rests that look real comfy you can adjust to your table top.
http://www.ergonomicresource.com/ergoflex.html
This does not work on all keyboards, someone tried it and
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