Windows 8 mouse

[PeterBJ]

I saw this offer from Aldi Denmark: http://www.aldi.dk/aldi_tradlos_windows_8_mus_48_5_3925_12310.html or a Google translation: http://translate.google.dk/translat...os_windows_8_mus_48_5_3925_12310.html&act=url . Replacing "mice" with "mouse" and "delicious" with "nice" makes the translation fairly accurate. 149 DKK = 20 = 27 $

I just got a Windows 8 computer and wonder if this is worth trying? The Metro UI is not very mouse and keyboard friendly, could a new mouse really change that?

Luckily you can add a start button to the desktop UI and have the old Windows functionality back.

 

[The Hat]

I saw this offer from Aldi Denmark: http://www.aldi.dk/aldi_tradlos_windows_8_mus_48_5_3925_12310.html or a Google translation: http://translate.google.dk/translat...os_windows_8_mus_48_5_3925_12310.html&act=url . Replacing "mice" with "mouse" and "delicious" with "nice" makes the translation fairly accurate. 149 DKK = 20 = 27 $

I just got a Windows 8 computer and wonder if this is worth trying? The Metro UI is not very mouse and keyboard friendly, could a new mouse really change that?

Luckily you can add a start button to the desktop UI and have the old Windows functionality back.

Win 8 works just the same with a wireless mouse as Win7 does;
were currently using a Logitech wireless mouse on Win 8.

The new Win 8.1 Update will address the Start-up button blues..

 

[PeterBJ]

I was wondering if the extra buttons adds some new functionality to the Metro UI, like an easy way of closing an app?

From this post by stratman : http://www.nifty-stuff.com/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=66800#p66800 , sadly the reintroduced start button in Win 8.1 will only toggle between the Metro and desktop UI. No classic start menu will be available Hopefully the "Classic shell" will still work in Win 8.1

Are you using the Metro UI or do you use the desktop UI probably with a start button added?

 

[The Hat]

Sorry Peter I dont use the Win 8 O/S myself I cant answer that one just yet,
but I will find out for you this evening when my son returns from the metropolis.

 

[PeterBJ]

Yes please, I am very interested in how others handle the new OS.

 

[stratman]

Have you tried finding the mouse at Widows Compatibility Center page? http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/compatibility/CompatCenter/Home

Unfortunately I could not find any description or manual to know what the mouse does with Windows 8. I would inquire about a manual to learn about button function before buying.

 

[PeterBJ]

I think I will have to take a look at the package, Maybe the info is there or I can find a type number. The brand is AGK, I think they have much or all of their stuff produced in China and their brand attached. But if it is just another mouse, I don't need it. I will check my local Aldi and see what I can find out.

 

[Lucas28]

Some months ago I gave my wife a new computer and its equipped with W8.
She missed the start button too, so I installed a little tool called startisback
http://www.startisback.com/
Now were satisfied with the new PC.

About the mouse: Some years ago I got a free wireless mouse with my laptop. Working with it wasnt pleasant, because I had to exchange the batteries every day. Even with rechargeable batteries that is a nuisance. So I prefer a mouse with a tail :/

 

[PeterBJ]

Thanks for the link to "startisback" It looks like a good solution. I specially like the possibility of totally separating the two start up screens, and the program is very affordable, 3$ for 2 licenses and 5$ for 5 licenses

I also prefer the traditional wired mouse. I haven't found info about the Aldi mouse yet, but if I find it I will post it, maybe even buy and test the mouse.

 

[Fenrir Enterprises]

I've been using Classic Shell to make Windows 8 look like 7 again.

I don't like that Explorer now has a Ribbon like Office and no File/Edit menu so moving files around is a pain for anyone used to the other way. I think I'll be getting a used system with 7 to use at home.