A new keyboard for the HTPC

Reposted from SlashGear

I like my Logitech keyboard, but I have wished more than one time that there were a wireless version of the Illuminated Keyboard when I am fighting with the wire to get the keyboard just where I want it. There are some uses, like for a HTPC, where wires simply won’t work. If you are looking for a nice wireless keyboard that is perfect for use from the couch, the Adesso WKB-4200UB may be perfect.

The keyboard uses 2.4GHz wireless tech with 12 channels that it can change automatically to prevent interference. Wireless range is 30 feet and the keyboard has a small USB receiver. The best feature of the keyboard for the HTPC user is that it has a two-button track pad on the right side rather than a number pad.

That means you can type and control the mouse from one device. Power comes from a pair of AAA batteries and the keyboard has a switch to turn it off when not in use. The WKB-4200UB is available now for $119.99.

Sharing the Screen

While thinking about keyboard ideas for the mini, I ran across a thread where someone noted they just share the screen of the mini onto their desktop/laptop and don't even use a keyboard with the mini.

I never really messed with share much, but, it really is so cool. Just go into the mini, open preferences, check the option to share the screen and that's it. Go to your laptop/desktop, on the same network, and connect to the mini, click share screen, and it will ask you for the mini's login and password and you're there! Now you can conduct all mini maintenance without sitting on the floor with a keyboard plugged in, or far away on the couch.

Here's a pic to see it in action :)