Features and Compatibility
FeaturesTechnologys
Webcam Features Webcam Features
Microsoft Hardware has joined with Windows Live™ to provide you with a new dimension in instant messaging—video calling. Now you can see high definition video images and hear crystal-clear voices, and share photos in real time with Microsoft LifeCams and Windows Live™ Messenger.

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Ergonomic Design Ergonomics
From our Comfort Curve keyboard design with a 6-degree curve that encourages a more natural hand and wrist position, to mice and keyboards that conform to your hand's most natural and relaxed positions, Microsoft's designers have created a range of products to help you work more comfortably.

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High Definition Laser Mouse High Definition Laser
Discover laser precision
Microsoft High Definition Laser mouse products are more precise, more responsive, and deliver smoother tracking.

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Magnifier Magnifier
With the new Magnifier, you can read small print and view fine details without squinting. The Magnifier lets you see an area on your screen up to five times larger quickly and accurately.

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Tilt Wheel Technology Tilt Wheel Technology
The Tilt Wheel offers a navigation revolution—now you can scroll from side to side, which opens up a whole new dimension in maneuverability. The entire scroll wheel tilts, acts as a button, and reacts to your hand speed to enable smooth, effortless movement through documents, Web pages, and spreadsheets. The Tilt Wheel makes navigation easier, smoother, and faster than ever before.

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Longer Battery Life Longer Battery Life
Spend more time working, and less money on batteries. Microsoft has developed a breakthrough, power-saving technology that extends battery life to more than six months—so you can work longer without interruption. Products with Longer Battery Life are listed below.

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Zoom Zoom
Zoom makes it easy to zoom in for a closer look at documents, spreadsheets, pictures, maps, and Web pages. Featured on some of the latest Microsoft keyboards, Zoom is as intuitive as adjusting the lighting in a room by using a dimmer—just slide a lever on the keyboard to zoom in and zoom out, without ever taking your hand off the keyboard.

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My Favorites Key "My Favorites" Keys
Now you can get one-key access to your favorite Web sites and files. To assign a key to a destination, just press and hold a key. It's a snap to set up custom settings for multiple users, and the “show favorites” hot key gives you a quick view of current settings.

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Wireless Technology Wireless Freedom
Keep your desktop free of clutter with wireless keyboards and mouse products. A breakthrough in Microsoft optical technology provides longer battery life, enabling you to work longer without hassle—many users average more than six-months battery life.

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Left- or Right- Handed Left- or Right- Handed
Work in comfort, whether you use your mouse with your left or right hand. Ambidextrous design makes it comfortable either way.

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PS/2 and USB Compatibility
There are two types of standard ports that enable you to connect external devices - like your mouse or digital camera - to your PC or Macintosh*: To determine which port you should use for a peripheral device, consult the user's manual that came with your computer.



*Not all devices are supported on all Macintosh Operating Systems. See individual products for details.