Author: Andrew Main (Zefram) <zefram@fysh.org>. Date: 2006-01-16. Abstract:
In order to support research into keyboard design and use, the layouts of the character keys of a variety of existing keyboards are presented. The present collection includes 37 keyboards.
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Author: Andrew Main (Zefram) <zefram@fysh.org>. Date: 2004-04-09. Abstract:
Current keyboard design practice is influenced by historical design decisions that no longer have a rational basis. There are benefits to be gained from a redesign of the keyboard interface. Specifically, this essay challenges the paradigm of purpose-specific keys. A new keyboard design is proposed, based on the principle of context-sensitive key meanings, with a transition mechanism from the status quo.
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Author: Andrew Main (Zefram) <zefram@fysh.org>. Date: 2006-07-11. Abstract:
This file gives details of the usage of PC/XT scancodes, arranged by scancode. This is a reference work; it is assumed that the reader already understands scancodes and the host/keyboard protocol.
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Author: Andrew Main (Zefram) <zefram@fysh.org>. Date: 2012-04-17. Abstract:
The keycaps on a Kinesis Advantage keyboard are measured in their simple mechanical features, with a view to being able to source compatible customised keycap sets.
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