When did you last clean your mouse?

[English Paul]

I forget just how nice my mouse operates after removing the base and ball from the bottom and clearing all the fluff from the rollers inside.

Try it now

[Hotfoot]

I clean my mouse's balls regularly!

This memo is from an unnamed computer company. It went to all field engineers about a computer peripheral problem. The author of this memo was quite serious. The engineers rolled on the floor.

Mouse balls are now available as FRU (Field Replacement Unit). Therefore, if a mouse fails to operate or should it perform erratically, it may need a ball replacement. Because of the delicate nature of this procedure, replacement of mouse balls should only be attempted by properly trained personnel.

Before proceeding, determine the type of mouse balls by examining the underside of the mouse. Domestic balls will be larger and harder than foreign balls. Ball removal procedures differ depending upon the manufacturer of the mouse. Foreign balls can be replaced using the pop-off method. Domestic balls are replaced by using the twist-off method. Mouse balls are not usually static sensitive. However, excessive handling can result in sudden discharge.

Upon completion of ball replacement, the mouse may be used immediately. It is recommended that each replacer have a pair of spare balls for maintaining optimum customer satisfaction. Any customer missing his balls should suspect local personnel of removing these necessary items."

[Hulk]

My mouse is a Eunuch.

[Mikey]

Just cleaned my mouse yesterday .......
I usually have to about every 2 weeks .....
I have a thumb-ball style.......Logitech Trackman to be exact.
It's about 8 years old and when it goes, i'm going to die (because you can't buy them anymore) --- so i'm babying it big-time.

[jwyblejr]

I cleaned mine earlier. The rollers inside were covered in gunk.

[garagesale]

I use an optical mouse.

JamesD

[theantiquetiger]

It is getting springtime, so it also time to get outside and set the wild animal feeders. So, make sure you have plenty of squirrel nuts. If you don't have any for the season, make it to your store and get the best brand made, Harry's Squirrel Nuts!!!

Also, time for spring cleaning, so remember to...um...ah..oh, make your title:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9wAqNN-Dic