Joysticks and other hand held devices

Joysticks have long been the preferred tool of the game player. There are numerous types some are mock steering wheel but a more common type is shown here.

Alternatives

Joy Sticks	The joystick is the favored option for games players. See the image to the right:
Touch Sensitive pads	These are supplied with laptops and are intended to replace the mouse. Some users dislike them.
Tracker Balls	space saving device found in some laptops where the ball itself is moved.
pimples	protrusions which detect the side on which you press to illicit movement a much less common
Graphics pads	This is a touch sensitive membrane that is operated by a stylus. The stylus works rather like a pen. These can be very useful for drawing office type applications, and art work of all types.
Presentation tools	There are a range of radio controlled devices that can be used when talking to a large audience. these usually have "move on" and "move back" buttons and may also have a light pen to allow remote pointing. the light does not interact with the screen though.

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