This page contains links to other web sites and products that may be of interest.

Typing Certificates:

  • ProveMySpeed.com - Our partner site.  Take the online typing test, and receive an official typing certificate showing your speed.  Ideal for presenting to a potential employer.

Colored Keyboard:

  • The LessonBoard - The LessonBoard™ is a standard-size keyboard that is color-coded by finger and designed to make learning and teaching keyboarding easier. The LessonBoard™ reduces the chance of younger children forming bad keyboarding habits; motivates and instills a sense of achievement and pride; and encourages success.

Keyboard Covers:

  • Key Cover - An innovative approach to a keyboard cover.  This cover rests above your hands as you type, preventing the keyboard from being seen while still allowing the keys to be properly felt.  A useful product for anyone trying to break the habit of looking at the keyboard.

Books:

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Productivity Software:

The right software can help you to save time by reducing the amount of typing you need to do, and by automating repetitive tasks.

  • Dragon Naturally Speaking - Speech recognition software which allows you to speak into the computer instead of typing.  This can be a huge time saver.  Prices range from around $48 to $900, depending on your needs.
  • ActiveWords - This is an abbreviation expansion program, and much more.  You can define short words which, when typed, launch programs, jump to websites, send email, substitute text, search, and more.  This can be a huge time saver.
  • Tasker - This program will record your mouse and keyboard actions, and then play them back as many times as your like.  A great way to save time on repetitive tasks.

Specialized Input Devices:

The right hardware can also improve your productivity.  There are numerous types of keyboards and mice available, with special features to help you get your work done faster.  We've included links to products available on Amazon.com which may be of interest.

  • Keyboards - Many keyboards come with extra buttons, for providing quick access to favorite programs, web sites, volume control, and other common items.
  • Natural Keyboards - These keyboards use a split, ergonomic, design which reduces strain on your hands.
  • Cordless Mice - No cords means less clutter on your desktop.
  • Trackballs - A trackball is a good choice if space is tight.  It is also helpful if you easily tire of the forearm movements required by a mouse.
  • Belkin MiniScroller - A smaller mouse, suitable for children or adults with small hands.
  • Other Mice and Pointing Devices - Mice, trackballs, and related devices come in all shapes and sizes, to fit all types of hands.  Many come with extra buttons to provide one click access to common commands, such as going forward and back in your web browser.

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