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From: thaanuj@mist.cs.orst.edu (John Thaanum)
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Subject: Mouse hygiene
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Date: 17 Feb 91 21:45:23 GMT
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I used to have my computer set up on an ugly, home-brew plywood and 2x4
desk.  Using the mouse on such a surface was jumpy and inaccurate.  I bought
a mouse pad a couple of months ago, and I love the feel.  However, my mouse
(plain old atari model) gets dirty much quicker, and the problem seems to be
getting worse.  When I first got the pad, the mouse needed cleaning about
once a month, but now it gets really gunked up after only a couple of weeks.
Within days there is noticeable buildup on the rollers.

What surfaces have you found to be comfortable yet sanitary for operating a 
mouse on?

Thanks for any advice or hints.

John Thaanum        thaanuj@prism.cs.orst.edu