Mechanical keyboards are made to be durable, but that doesn’t mean they don’t take damage when used or maintained incorrectly. Here are 5 things you definitely shouldn’t do to your mechanical keyboard: 1. Spill Something It’s sort of a no-brainer, but liquids of any kind don’t mix well with electronic devices, and depending on…
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5 Things You Shouldn’t Do to Your Mechanical Keyboard
Type Like a Badass: Go Blank
When you’re learning to touch-type, the letters printed on your keycaps are kind of like the training wheels. Real proficiency in touch-typing means that you don’t have to look at the letter, because you rely on muscle memory to find the keys. If you want to dramatically improve your typing skills, it may be time…
Custom Keyboard Configurations: Why and How to Use Them
Did you know that the QWERTY keyboard set-up traditionally found in the US isn’t the only option? Why would you use a different configuration? If your fingers are frequently cramping from typing or you have wrist pain, you might find that an alternative layout works better for you. Some studies like this one conducted by…
How to Find Out What Your Gamer Really Wants for the Holidays
There are all kinds of cool tech gifts out there. While lists of gift ideas are helpful, gamers need different equipment for different games. This makes buying holiday gifts for your tech-lover a headache. Rather than just giving you a list of cool new items this year, here are some hints to help you find out which gift…