Windows key rant

[david.kahn@xxxxxxxxxx]

Hands up all those who really, really hate the windoze key now found on
most PC keyboards. In 5250 emulation I keep hitting it by mistake instead
of the control key for error reset. It's a nuisance as well as a nonsense.
Imagine the marketing power of a software company that can force hardware
makers to add a totally useless key with their trademark on it.  To add it
twice, in fact! The message is clear: <<this is a windoze computer - all
PCs are windoze computers - do not attempt to run other operating systems.
And we frankly don't give a tinker's cuss if this ergonomically disastrous
subliminal message clutters your keyboard and slows down your work. Where
do you want to go today?>>

Aaaarrrggghhhh!

(Rant off)

Dave Kahn, ABB Steward Ltd.


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