Microsoft IntelliMouse Explorer - DTNS 4839
Daily Tech News Show
Tom Merritt
4.8 • 1.5K Ratings
🗓️ 23 August 2024
⏱️ 60 minutes
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Summary
Brad and Will take a closer look at Microsoft's IntelliMouse Explorer. These days it's hard to remember that it was Microsoft who banished the infernal ball and introduced the optical mouse to the mainstream, so we head back to 1999 and discuss what mice were like beforehand, how mechanical and optical sensors work, debate PS/2 versus USB, make an argument that the whole PC gaming accessory ecosystem owes its existence to this product, and more.
Starring Brad Shoemaker, Will Smith
You can follow Brad and Will on their podcast at https://techpod.content.town.
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