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Subject:	Re: Pen writer pointing devices
From:	Bob Thrasher <[log in to unmask]>
Reply To:	PCBUILD - Personal Computer Hardware discussion List <[log in to unmask]>
Date:	Wed, 7 Oct 1998 08:54:13 -0500
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At 10:11 PM 10/6/98 , you wrote:
>I have a client who is interested in supplementing her mouse with a pen and
>tablet. I have absolutely no information whatsoever about these things.
>
>1.  Can a pen and tablet be functional simultaneously with a mouse?
>2.  Do they normally plug into a serial port, a parallel port, or are some
>available for USB ports?
>3.  Are there any brand names and models that are particularly good or
>particularly bad?
>
>Any and all information on this would be highly appreciated.
>
My only experience is to read about these devices.

1. Some types will work with the mouse and some will replace the mouse.
2. any will use the RS232 and PS/2 Keyboard

3. CalComp Technology, Inc. is a leading supplier of tools to the CAD world
http://www.calcomp.com

Not much help but maybe a start.

Bob Thrasher

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