Microsoft Wired Keyboard 200 (Black)

I also own the Logitech PS/2 equivalent to this and prefer the Microsoft. http://www.amazon.com/Logitech-Classic-Keyboard-K100-920-003199 The Microsoft is more comfortable, takes less force to press the keys, and has better sculpted keys (to help your fingers locate the keys and not stray). The Logitech has a slim profile which is nice to save space, but otherwise it hurts my wrists to use. The reason I tried the Logitech over the MS was because I noticed (or thought I did) some lag in keypress occasionally over my USB. (Which could be on my motherboard, not the keyboard.) So I'm going with PS/2 for awhile to see if that cures the issue. Key delay is not important unless you are gaming or venting radioactive gas Y/N? This keyboard gets 5 stars because of the price, it's not the most amazing keyboard but it's good enough for the money. Like I said, if there's a USB delay issue, that's almost certainly on my motherboard and OS, not the keyboard itself. Even if it's not my PC, then it's the USB standard, not MS's fault. My favorite cheap keyboards are the old Dell keyboards. I finally ditched my last one because it was so full of crumbs and spills it was starting to attract squirrels. I almost bought a used one, but doing that sight unseen didn't seem like a good idea.

My old keybaord was crapping out. The keys were sticking and it was just making me upset whenever I went to type something. I got this keyboard because of it's price, USB compatibility, brand, and good reviews. When I got the keyboard, I was very happy. The keys work very well, they don't stick or make a loud clicking noise and the keyboard just works. I am always worried about online shopping, like something might happen during shipping or the seller sold me a piece of crap but this turned out quite well. Very good keyboard.

I admit that I love testing keyboards but hate spending a lot of money without being able to see dramatic improvements in the typing experience. My old keyboard was getting too sticky, so I wanted something quickly that wouldn't set me back without being able to test it first. The reviews on this were good, especially with regard to the softer touch and quieter keys. (I have a lot of finger pain and need keys that respond well with little resistance.) Well, it is a pretty standard, no-frills keyboard, as I expected. In truth, though, I find it to be very responsive, especially to my light touch, though it seems able to withstand the harder keystrokes just fine. I never really use the flip-up legs because i prefer not to force my wrists in to a more exaggerated angle and in fact would probably like a keyboard that tilted down rather than up, but all that aside I have had no negative issues with the way the keyboard functions. I enjoy the fact that it is relatively soft, and it does not feel like a laptop keyboard to me. It isn't as quiet as I would like, but it isn't noisy, either. I don't expect it to last for ten years, even though it is replacing a keyboard that is older than that. I do like that it is relatively easy to see in low light with the white keys and black lettering, but I don't look at the keyboard enough for that to be a deal breaker either way. The Windows specific keys are nice working in Windows 7. Overall, a fairly decent typing experience. Not the best keyboard I have owned, but it is the best for the money and comparable to many that are much more expensive.

When I recently bought a new PC I had to ditch my wonderful old Microsoft keyboard as it wasn't a USB model. I tried a newer design but came back to this basic Microsoft model 200, which is the closest to my old model. I don't need wireless, and I absolutely detest typing on the new "ergonomic" keyboards, which are for me anything but. This is about the most basic keyboard you can get, and while the keys are possibly a tad stiffer than my old and well-used Microsoft model, I still think they have a nice feel and crisp action (though they may be a bit taller than some are used to.) There are three green indicator lights above the dedicated number pad for number, capital, and scroll lock; that's as fancy as it gets. This is a dirt-cheap basic keyboard that works exactly like you'd expect and wish it to. While it's inexpensive, I find that it fits my needs perfectly and I have no complaints of any sort about this uncelebrated office necessity.

I have been using Microsoft SideWinder X4 keyboard for a long time and absolutely love it. Unfortunately it looks like Microsoft discontinued it. But this keyboard is nothing like X4. It looks and feels really cheap. Keys have glare that make it hard to see, if you use a desk lamp. Also keys feel loose in their sockets and move side to side when typing. I know this keyboard is much cheaper and therefore it is not a fair comparison. I will be buying a different keyboard. On the positive side, it works, does not require any custom software and has a good classical layout. I really hope Microsoft will bring back X4

It works, it's black, it's a keyboard. This is exactly the sort of black, clackity keyboard which ships with most computers all across the land. I needed one to replace the 'board which came with my Dell, and this one fit the bill perfectly at the price of $10. Looks just like it, keys are placed just like it. The plastic is a bit more textured, but it still looks plain. Otherwise the only thing that is different is it doesn't say "Dell" on it and its just a smidgen wider. It's the sort of basic keyboard we are all used to and have used in offices and schools and homes, and these things last forever unless you spill a soda pop on 'em. I will try to refrain from doing so from now on.

The good: it's simple and cheap. There are no frills, special functions, or software to install. It will work with pretty much any computer manufactured in the last 15 years. The bad: The keys feel loose and wiggle a little. The little bumps on the F and J keys to help with touch typing are very subtle. Key presses offer little tactile feedback and I often hit two keys at the same time and not notice. I don't enjoy typing with this keyboard. You can get a much better keyboard from Microsoft or another brand for only $10 more. I gave mine to the IT department at work to use as a backup.

I wanted a white keyboard, I couldn't find anything but black and I already had one of those. This keyboard just needed plugged in and it played as it was supposed too. I am using this keyboard on a very old system, XP operating system. I had a wireless Microsoft keyboard and mouse which did not work as well as I liked. I spent more time getting it to connect than I spent working on my computer. I saved this computer from the scrap pile because it worked well with AutoCAD 2005 and with Family Tree Maker. Microsoft tried to make obsolete everyone's computer and hardware i.e. printers etc. I am using an HP printer which was like new but, Microsoft wanted to sell more stuff, so I decided to bow-up and plan on using this as long as I can get it serviced. I have two laptops and desktop with Windows 7 and now Microsoft wants you to buy Windows 8!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WTF