Overview of the different keyboard finishes available on Laptops Today
Posted in Desktop Parts on August 30th, 2011 by AdminAnyone who has owned a laptop for a considerable amount of time can attest that keyboards get a lot of abuse. Letters begin to wear off, dust and particles accumulate in between keys, and users may even spill liquids into the keyboard, causing even more serious damage. Fortunately, laptop manufacturers have begun to adapt keyboards to be more resilient to these problems by providing a number of different finishes and designs.
Imprint Finish
An imprint finish is one where the letters on the keys are imprinted beneath a clear layer rather than printed directly on the surface. This keeps the letters from wearing off from repeated use. Users who type for hours a day on their laptop keyboards will greatly appreciate this feature.
Contaminant Proof
Contaminant proof keyboards are becoming more common on the market, and they incorporate a design that provides less space between keys for dust and other particles to collect. The designs of IBM Lenovo laptop keyboards and others utilize this feature.
Water Resistant
Water resistant finishes are used in many laptops, and their design is generally water-resistant as well, providing fewer places in the keyboard for liquids to leak and damage important components. Compaq laptop keyboards and those of other manufacturers have begun to provide water resistant keyboards, protecting users from total laptop failure due to liquid damage.
Antibacterial Finish
While not a common feature in laptops, some manufacturers have begun coating keyboards and other peripherals with an antibacterial finish, such as AgION, which disrupts bacterial growth. This is particularly well-suited for shared keyboards in a busy office or classroom and helps prevent the spread of germs. This technology will likely find its way into more laptop designs soon.
Laptop manufacturers are always looking for new ways to make every component more robust and resilient, and these keyboard finishes and designs are just a few of the ways they are accomplishing this goal. If you need a replacement keyboard part for your laptop, please visit our on-line store to search for an exact replacement for your make and model.
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