I actually like the thumbpoint when I think IBM first introduced it on their Thinkpads. But lately every notebook is about the trackpad. I don't like the trackpad because it somehow forces right hand usage on me. With the thumbpoint I don't have that feeling.
2006-06-19 22:12:51 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
trackpad, because it's faster
thumpoint, because i don't have to move my hand
oh nvm, mouse is the best
2006-06-19 22:56:40 · answer #1 · answered by plasmaisnoturs 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Do you want to say Touchpad or Trackpoint?
If so I'd go with a Touchpad.(btw, I'm left handed and use it with my left hand with no problem whatsoever)
PS I found out what the Trackpad is on wiki:
The "trackpad" is Apple Computer's name for the touchpad. It was introduced in 1994 in the PowerBook 500 series, the first laptop ever to carry such a device, and replaced the trackball of previous PowerBook models. Latest Powerbook and iBook trackpads allow two finger usage for scrolling.
PPS Again on wiki:
The pointing stick (trademarked by IBM as the TrackPoint) or "nubbet" as it less commonly known, is a pointing device (compare especially Touchpad) for laptops invented by research scientist Ted Selker and is present on many brands of laptop, including IBM's line of ThinkPad laptops (now made by Lenovo) and Dell Latitudes. It has also been observed on computer mice, in blue or red.
Somehow I've never heard anyone talk about a pointing stick!? The joke must be on me
2006-06-20 01:18:37 · answer #2 · answered by AlexD 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nibs wear out on thumbpoint, and if you are a little sweaty, they can be a real bugger. The other problem is when the pointer keeps "walking" across the screen after you lift off your finger.
Also the trackpad requires much less force (almost none) and is much less likely to contribute to carpel tunnel syndrome.
2006-06-20 00:39:41 · answer #3 · answered by SuperTech 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The consulting firm that I had been employed with always issued us Thinkpads with the thumbpoint. I prefer this method of input device since any motion detected across the track pad will send the cursor flying across the screen.
2006-06-20 00:05:14 · answer #4 · answered by cptdrinian 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trackpad for precise the following causes a million.) It seems nicer 2.) Its more effective responsive 3.) won't be able to get stuck 4.) doesn't entice dirt (thats what occurs to the trackball, then it receives stuck) Definetly bypass with the trackpad!
2016-11-15 00:29:40 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like the trackpad because i cant control the thumbpoint for the life of me. maybe its not for ppl with bad hand-eye coordination.
2006-06-19 22:23:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thumbpoint
2006-06-19 22:20:11 · answer #7 · answered by Lone Ranger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Neither. I like to connect an external mouse where possible.
2006-06-20 02:38:17 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trackpad.
I make big movements.
2006-06-19 22:18:48 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋