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One of the most important modern tools (in terms of input / output),
the computer keyboard, is oft-overlooked when consumers purchase new,
or upgrade their existing computer hardware and peripherals. This is
rather unfortunate, because when most individuals spend the majority
of their day using said tool, for either work, education, or even
entertainment, they relegate themselves to a sub-par typing
experience; one rife with mushy, imprecise key actuations.
Fortunately, there is a viable and superior alternative; one that
finds its roots in yesteryear's IBM Model M buckling spring keyboard
(an item that is still coveted amongst "switch-thusiasts"). That
alternative technology, the mechanical, non-dome switch keyboard has
seen a miraculous resurgence in usage during the past few years; in
hacking, programming, and even gaming circles. And, at the forefront
of that movement is Das Keyboard, a company that began in 2005 as a
blank keyboard manufacturer, who in 2008 wanted to create the ultimate
keyboard, with n-key rollover and incredibly high-quality Cherry
switches. Yet, with almost every mainstream keyboard on the market
using dome switches and most individuals having zero experience with a
mechanical keyboard (let alone knowing what "n-key rollover" means),
is the monetary investment worth the potential return? Read on to find
out if Das Keyboard's Model S Professional is not only a
touch-typist's dream keyboard, but also has enough appeal and
usability to break through to the mainstream consumer.
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