Keyboard adjustments

Keyboard sensitivity is hard-wired, AFAIK. It's more of a mechanical issue that can't be controlled through software, not related to signal strength. You'll just have to type slowly and cheat a little. That model seems to come up with other problems though.

I prefer a wired keyboard any time -- no batteries, for one thing!

Have you ever typed on an older computer keyboard? I'm talking an IBM keyboard they made for the PC, XT, AT and PS/2 lines, about fifteen to thirty years ago. Your finger knows when the key is activated, because you both hear and feel the 'click' when the contact is activated. The computers that come with desktop computers since have "rubber dome" mechanisms, and cost about $5 (the WHOLE KEYBOARD, not the mechanism). I'm surprised such keyboards last as long as they do.

IBM did make "ergonomic" split-keyboard clicky-key keyboards as shown here:
http://www.clickykeyboards.com/index.cfm/fa/categories.main/parentcat/12675
Looks like this company has none in stock right now, and I see none on eBay. I'm guessing the cost is around $100-$150, based on the prices I've seen for the IBM "Space Saver."

Here's a scathing review of the Microsoft keyboard:
http://www.breakitdownblog.com/old-school-clicky-keyboards/

The "regular" clicky keyboards are still made by this company:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Unicomp
Unfortunately, they can barely afford to make and sell the modern versions of the IBM 'clicky' keyboard, and the "ergonomic" split-keyboard models aren't economically viable. Just about everyone thinks the $5 rubber-dome keyboards are "good enough."

I don't know if a clicky-key keyboard would help or hurt with your arthritis, but it'll be different.

Ben, "Model M" evangelist.

My fingers are getting a bit distorted/crooked/etc. from arthritis.

I love the flat keys on my (relatively new) iMac's keyboard that I just have to caress to do my bidding. When I first looked at the iMac in an Apple store, the clerk said it would take a week or more to get used to the keyboard.

I was used to it in less than an hour.

Yes, you can get a PS/2 to USB adapter. If the keyboard is too old you may need to spend a little more and get a PS/2 to USB converter (to change the signal.) It's about $5 on amazon for a basic adapter and $10 for a converter.

Amazon also has a wide selection of ergonomic keyboards from about $20 to $320.

I keep finding that the good stuff isn't sold in the stores because the masses don't really know the difference. I have never once found anyone good at Staples and buy all my computer goods online because of it. But a lot of people I know swear by Staples for computer stuff.

RJK said:

I have a Microsoft wireless comfort keyboard 1.0A. I also have arthritis in my knuckles. I'm starting to have problems with my typing. I hold my fingers on the ASDF JKL; keys to start, like I was taught in typing class 100 years ago. Some keys, the ones I have to reach for, sometimes don't register when I type them.

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There are adaptive keyboards designed for people with manual dexterity issues; they are exceedingly expensive.

You might look at a number of ergonomic boards though and find one that works better for you.

RJK - there are adapters out there. Here's one. (Note: This link is a not an endorsement of the company, just saying they have one.)

And, as has been mentioned, there are a number of ergo keyboards out there. Good Luck!