Buckling Spring Keyboards

[OOzy Pal]

On 6/26/06, ubuntu at rio.vg <ubuntu at rio.vg> wrote:
> OOzy Pal wrote:
> > Since Linux heavily relays on keyboards rather mice, I am planning to
> > purchase an old type real keyboard--I think they are called Buckling
> > Spring Keyboards. I am not sure if they are called like this. Let me
> > tell you what I mean: They are the old noisy keyboards that their keys
> > are made of hard material--not plastic. Also, they have positive
> > feedback.
> >
> > I have found one vendor and he has two difference Linux templates (png
> > attached).
> >
> > Can someone tell me if these templates are really Linux keyboards
> > templates? Also, do you know others vendors who sell these type of
> > keyboards. Do you think key that they are practical.
> >
>
> There is no such thing as a "Linux keyboard".  Linux uses whatever
> keyboard you like.  There aren't any special linux keys.  Linux was
> developed long after those old keyboards had been replaced by lighter
> plastic keyboards.
>
> I used to have one of those keyboards you're talking about, back in the
> early 80's on an IBM PC.  The damn thing was made of metal, not only a
> sturdy keyboard, but could be used as a riot shield.
>
> That said, the keyboard kinda sucked.  It required much more force on
> each key, so your hands wear out faster, and you won't be typing any
> faster.
>
> Honestly, I'd recommend a modern Logitech or even a cheap no-name usb
> keyboard rather than that old clunker, unless you're looking for a
> doorstop or home defense.
>
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hahahahah. you really made my day. I have not laughed for some time.

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OOzy
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