Microsoft Natural Keyboard Elite
To design a more comfortable keyboard, Microsoft conducted extensive ergonomic and usability research. The result is the Microsoft Natural Keyboard Elite. Its split, gently sloped shape encourages a natural hand position-so you can type more comfortably.The Natural Keyboard Elite allows you to place your hands, wrists and forearms in a naturally comfortable position. The built-in palm rest provides a comfortable place for your hands when you're not typing.
Microsoft's Natural Keyboard Elite features ergonomic contours that comfortably accommodate not only your fingers, but your whole hands. A built-in palm rest and adjustable keyboard legs help you work in comfort, and two connection options give you the ultimate flexibility: either a round PS/2 port or a rectangular USB port for plug-and-play convenience with the latest PCs. With its improved space-saving design, the new keyboard takes up less room on your desktop and fits easily into keyboard trays. To use the Microsoft Natural Keyboard Elite, you need one of the following operating systems: Microsoft MS-DOS 3.1 or later, Windows NT Workstation or Server 3.51 or later, Windows 3.1 or later, and an available PS/2 or USB port (USB requires Windows 98, 2000, Me, or XP).
Microsoft Natural Keyboard Elite Accessories
 Logitech Trackman Wheel Optical (Silver)
Microsoft Natural Ergo Keyboard 4000
Logitech Optical Marble Mouse (USB/PS2)
WR314MB - 3M Gel Wristrest for Ergonomic Keyboards - 0.68 x 20.62 x 4.62 - Black
Microsoft Wheel Mouse Optical
Microsoft Intellimouse Optical Mouse
Kingston DataTraveler 4 GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive DTI/4GB
Belkin F3U133-10 Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Cable (10 Feet)
Microsoft Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 - Slate
Kensington Expert Mouse Optical USB Trackball for PC or Mac 64325
Microsoft Natural Keyboard Elite Reviews
I am not a Doctor, but I've used this style of keyboard for almast as long as it has been available. This keyboard is essential to the effective use of my computer. Thank you.
This was a replacement for the same keyboard that I broke, but it is service that counts. The price on Amazon was competitive, but with free shipping (and the patience to wait 3 weeks) made it a good deal.
I've had my new keyboard for several weeks now and I love it. I highly recommend this keyboard, both for its features and the price. I had one of these at work for several years, until one too many cups of coffee was spilled on it. I have used several different ergonomic keyboards both at home and work, and out of all the ones I have used (and I have used some very expensive ones), this one is still my favorite. The keys are 'light', you don't need a lot of pressure, and it's pain free for my wrists.
This keyboard keeps your hands in a normal anatomical position and is very easy to get used to. I highly recommend it. This is the best keyboard I have ever used. Excellent product. I suffer from arthritis and am status post bilateral carpal tunnel surgery.
I have been using one since 1999 (about 9 years now). Also, mine is a PS/2 model and I don't know if I still have the USB adapter that it originally came with. It would be nice if they made one in a different color (mine is looking somewhat dingy after many years of use).
Overall: great quality, great feel, great speed, great reliability, and no extra junk. The Microsoft Natural Elite is my favorite keyboard by far. I'm not an expert on ergonomics so I can't help you there. Although I can probably type just as quickly on a straight keyboard, I am definitely more accurate on the Natural Elite.
I have also used a Logitech "ergonomic" keyboard, but I didn't like the feel. I am a touch typist and I do quite a bit of writing (PhD student) and I can sit at my desk for extended periods of time with little difficulty. One of the best things about this keyboard is the complete lack of extra buttons, switches, and clutter.
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