Microsoft Internet Keyboard

Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review




A lot of keyboard for a little money, February 7, 2005
By Michael Marco (Los Angeles, CA, USA)
Sure, there are cheaper keyboards out there. But for a little more cash, you can get a lot more keyboard. Microsoft's software could use some work (to say the least), but its hardware is top-notch. This may be their "value" offering, but they haven't skimped on quality. Keys are well-marked, not likely to smudge, and the excellent key response makes touch-typing a breeze. The layout's more traditional too, not the odd one featured on higher-end models. Having only 10 utility keys may seem constricting until you consider that they can be completely and easily reprogrammed.

About the only thing this is missing is a USB connection, so you can't use this with a Mac or a PC that lacks so-called "legacy" ports. Most consumer-level desktops haven't done away with them yet, so you probably don't need to worry. But that's a very minor quibble. If you're on a relatively tight budget but want a keyboard that'll last, look no further. (On the other hand, if you're looking for something a little beefier, seek out its discontinued sibling, the Internet Keyboard Pro.)



Choose or loose!, October 28, 2004
By A. Gyurisin (Wet, Wild, Wonderful Virginia)
After three years of using the same keyboard without cleaning it I came to a simple conclusion. I either had to remove all the keys and find out what I had for snack three years ago, or simply go back online and find another keyboard and have HAZMAT remove the old one from my house. Since I wasn't sure where my tax dollars are going these days, I decided to go with the second option. So, with HAZMAT on the road, I ordered this fine piece of machinery from Amazon with price and reliability in mind.

Let me just say that I have been impressed. The wrist rest itself is worth the buy for comfort alone. They keys are quick and it has been easy to adjust from the old keyboard. To simply put it, this is a cheap, simple keyboard for those that are not looking for elaborate side items for their computer. It has all the needed buttons and (don't worry I counted) all the numbers and letters from my old keyboard. Microsoft has not tried to cheat me out of my hard earned money ... yet.

Overall, I am impressed. This was the easiest keyboard purchase I have made in a long time and the fact that this review is being written by the keyboard that I just purchased should be its own testimonial. I suggest this piece of equipment to anyone that needs to revamp or clean. This is the perfect solution.

I have to go, HAZMAT is ringing my door!!

Grade: ***** out of *****



Frappuccino Fracas, August 29, 2004
By TundraVision (from the Land of Sky Blue Waters)
In my as yet uncaffeinated state, I was sitting at my keyboard shaking my morning bottle of Frappucino. Unfortunately, I had forgotten (axons and dendrites are not fully functional without caffeine) that I had already loosened the lid. So, there was that sticky liquid all over the keyboard - which then stuck like, well, sticky coffeed keys. This necessitated a new keyboard. I got this one and I am So Happy that the Frappucino Fracas happened! It just feels better and lets me type better than the one that came with my cow (Gateway System.) My thanks to Starbucks and Billy Gates!
/TundraVision, Amazon Reviewer



Pretty Good, for a keyboard, June 10, 2004
By T. Hirashima (SF, CA)
I like this keyboard. I got it at work with a new system, and at first I didn't like it because of the odd shape and extra buttons. I use to just like the plain old 101-key QWERTY, never needing or wanting anything more. After a couple of weeks of using it, though, even I had to admit that it was quite better than my old plain keyboard.

One of the reasons is that it has good keys. They aren't real stiff and give a good feel then pressed, giving good "tactile feedback" that a key has definetly been pressed. Not like an old mechanical keyboard or anything, but better than most. One thing I hate about quiet or soft-key keyboards is that sometimes you aren't sure if your key press registered corretly. With this board, it feels much more positive, which allows me to type faster.

The extra key issue, which at first was annoying and seemed to just take up space, has proved to be actually useful. I still never use the browsing keys, which is where I assume the "Internet" in "Internet Keyboard" came from, but the calculator and My Computer buttons have become second nature to me already. I always find myself slapping at the space where there calculator button should be when I am at a different computer and just expect it to be there, I use it so much. And you don't even need any extra software to get it to work, WinXP automatically recognizes it and all the buttons work right out of the box.

Lastly, the wrist rest, something I never thought would make a difference, does force you to keep your wrists in proper position at least. While it doesn't eliminate fatigue, it does help. Another feature I never would have chosen to look for in a keyboard, but it's nice to have it there now that I do have it.

I'm not usually a Microsoft kind of guy, but even I have to admit, they do make good hardware. This keyboard is a safe, above average buy.



Great keyboard, March 6, 2004
By (Copperas Cove, Texas United States)
I have had this keyboard for over a year and a half and have had zero problems with it. There is no problem with the keys that I have noticed. I have used this keyboard to write reports, compose correspondence, and play games. I would gladly buy another, especially for the price.