The switch to the netbook as my “desktop” computer means it now competes with space on my desk with the MacBook Pro setup.  When I am at home the MacBook Pro sits on a riser and I use the Apple bluetooth keyboard and mouse while working.  The old Logitech wireless keyboard and mouse that I put on the netbook was too big and bulky to make efficient use of my limited space. 

I made a trip to Best Buy today at lunch to scope out a new keyboard and mouse and ended up going with Microsoft products.  It does seem a little strange to use a Microsoft keyboard and mouse with a Linux machine in an Apple household, but I am blown away by the form factor of both of these. 

Here are the specs from Microsoft:

Arc Mouse

• 2.4 GHz – 30 ft. Wireless Range
• Folds For Portability
• Scroll Wheel
• Battery Status Indicator
• Snap-in USB Micro-Transceiver
• Windows Flip*
• 4 Customizable Buttons
• Comfort for Either Hand
• Designed for Notebook PCs
• Laser Technology
• 6+ Months Battery Life

Arc Keyboard

• 2.4 GHz – 30 ft. Wireless Range
• Battery Life Indicator
• Clean lines and eye catching shape
• Lightweight and Compact
• Stowable Nano Transceiver

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