Mechanical Keyboard Guide. Terminology First, it's worth noting that modern keyboards use a matrix to detect when keys are pressed. This is required so each individual key (of which there may be over 100) doesn't need to be connected to the board controller separately. Ghosting The event when two keys on the board are pressed, and a third key that you didn't press is triggered.
This is very rarely seen on even the cheapest modern boards, because manufacturers have the habit of limiting the rollover so that ghost keys are always blocked. Key Blocking The event when maximum key rollover is reached and the computer doesn't register certain keys that are pressed. This can be a little hard to comprehend, so consider this example: Imagine the keys Q, W and E are set up on the board so that if you press Q and W then E might is triggered due to ghosting.
Key Rollover (#KRO & NKRO) NKRO is the ideal rollover for a keyboard, no ghosting or key blocking issues and any number of key combinations can be used at the same time. Mechanical Keyboard Guide. Terminology First, it's worth noting that modern keyboards use a matrix to detect when keys are pressed. This is required so each individual key (of which there may be over 100) doesn't need to be connected to the board controller separately.
Ghosting The event when two keys on the board are pressed, and a third key that you didn't press is triggered. This is very rarely seen on even the cheapest modern boards, because manufacturers have the habit of limiting the rollover so that ghost keys are always blocked. Key Blocking The event when maximum key rollover is reached and the computer doesn't register certain keys that are pressed. This can be a little hard to comprehend, so consider this example: Imagine the keys Q, W and E are set up on the board so that if you press Q and W then E might is triggered due to ghosting. Key Rollover (#KRO & NKRO) NKRO is the ideal rollover for a keyboard, no ghosting or key blocking issues and any number of key combinations can be used at the same time.
Recommended Mechanical Keyboards. OCN's Recommended Mechanical Keyboards. This list has been compiled to help users looking for a new mechanical keyboards find a reliable board that is right for them, here you can find the mechanical keyboards most recommended by users of OCN. It's worth noting however that this list is not an absolute guide on the only mechanical boards worth buying, there are probably a few keyboards that haven't been added to the list yet because they haven't been recommended enough, this is simply a list of suggestions rather than the definitive authority on which mechanical keyboards are good.
Would you like to make some suggestions of boards to add? If so fill out the form below. Mechanical keyboard recommendations (Click to show) Other links! If you'd like to learn more about mechanical keyboards, you can go here. If you'd like to join our mechanical keyboard club, you can go here. If you'd still like more help choosing a mechanical keyboard you can go here. Need some help deciding on a switch? Cons: “This Keyboard is Addicting!” - Oliver1234’s Review of Coolermaster Storm Trigger Mechanical Keyboard. Pros: Premium Quality, Red LED Backlit, 5 Macros, MX Blue Switches, Competitive Price, Rubberized Texture, Wrist rest, On the Fly programmable Macro's Cons: Removable USB cable First off, THIS KEYBOARD IS THE BEST I HAVE EVER FELT!!! This is my first mechanical keyboard and I hate myself for buying it, because I know I'm never going back to cheaper rubber domes again. Hopefully, this one will last me for years.
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