Comment multiple languages (Score 1) 732
As DVORAK is optimized for commonly used letters in the english language, it makes it less than ideal for use by multi-ligual typists. I commonly use both US english and Canadian French keyboard layouts (both QWERTY layout). Switching to DVORAK would mean learning a new layout for general typing, which would not be any more optimized for use in french than my current QUERTY based keyboard layout. There are some modified DVORAK layouts optimized for use by french writers, but that would mean learning an additional keyboard layout!
I think I'll stick with QWERTY for now, with my much beloved USB MS Natural keyboard without the stupid F-lock junk. Most of my RSI problems seem to come from using the mouse anyway. I would love a good MS Natural keyboard with a detachable numeric keypad to bring the mouse a little close. Pair that up with a good trackball or other more ergonomic mouse and I'd be all good.
On a side note, how's DVORAK perform for programming, braces, markup tags, etc?
I think I'll stick with QWERTY for now, with my much beloved USB MS Natural keyboard without the stupid F-lock junk. Most of my RSI problems seem to come from using the mouse anyway. I would love a good MS Natural keyboard with a detachable numeric keypad to bring the mouse a little close. Pair that up with a good trackball or other more ergonomic mouse and I'd be all good.
On a side note, how's DVORAK perform for programming, braces, markup tags, etc?
