A couple of days ago, my old wireless desktop set (mouse and keyboard) had its receiver die on me. So I had to go out and grab another wireless desktop set for my PC. Microsoft offers some great wireless desktop sets but I decided to go with Logitech's Cordless Desktop S 510.

The Logitech Cordless Desktop S 510 is Certified for Windows Vista and has some great features:

• Fast 27 MHz wireless performance.
• Programmable F-Keys that can be set to open favorite applications, websites, or files.
• One-Touch Controls that let you access music, video, volume, email, and the Internet.
• Power Management lets you go longer with a low-battery light and auto-off.
• Tilt Wheel plus Zoom allows you to go side to side or in and out on photos, websites or even spreadsheets.

I took some Unboxing shots to share.

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Most users would like to wake up from Windows Vista sleep mode using their keyboards without needing to press the power button. Unfortunately, some laptops require you to press the power on button which could get annoying for some.

My friend was happy with his older Toshiba since he could wake Windows Vista with just a press of a key; but after buying a Lenovo laptop, he was pissed by needing to press the power button. (more…)

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How many of you have hooked up a new Microsoft keyboard and/or mouse and didn’t install the included IntelliPoint software because Windows automatically found the hardware?   As long as things worked when connected, I didn’t miss some of the features that the IntelliPoint Software added. 

But now that I’ve installed the software with Windows Vista, that’s all changed.  The team has added so many improvements in the IntelliPoint software functionality that I thought I’d conclude our 10 Things about Windows Vista series by discussing some of the lesser-known features of the IntelliPoint software.  These features add functionality not only to those who may have problems with the fine print on some sites, but give the hardware more usability for the everyday user as well as the power user and gamer.

I’m using the new Microsoft Wireless Entertainment Desktop 8000 keyboard.  If you’re looking for a new keyboard, check this out - www.microsoft.com/hardware/ultimatekeyboard, now available.   The set features a 2.4GHz Bluetooth super thin, backlit rechargeable keyboard and mouse. The keyboard is easy to use with its ergonomic design, including “My Favorites” programmable hot keys, one-touch access to Windows Media Center and a navigation pad to make navigation even easier.  The

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How many of you have hooked up a new Microsoft keyboard and/or mouse and didn’t install the included IntelliPoint software because Windows automatically found the hardware? As long as things worked when connected, I didn’t miss some of the features that Read More……(read more)

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