[ILUG] Slightly OT - Graphics tablet / drawing table

[Michael Watterson]

ollie at eillo.org wrote:
> Hello everyone,
>                Im thinking about getting a graphics tablet to try as a
> replacement for my mouse. Has anyone here any experience with these?
>
> If so id like to hear what your experience has been like in terms of
> usability and linux support.
>
> As i mentioned it will be used as a mouse replacement - im not a graphic
> designer - the tablets are supposed to be easier on the wrist which is
> giving me trouble.
>
> Can someone tell me how mouse buttons are used on these? As in are ther
> buttons on the pad or can you double tap like on a laptop trackpad?
>
> Experiences and opinoins appreciated.
>
> - Ollie
>
>   
Much more tiring  than a mouse.

I have a Wacom serial (the USB are similar). it has a button on the pen 
and is pressure sensitive tip and presure sensitive eraser end, no wires 
or batteries.

it's best for a drawing package. Iv'e not used it on Linux, but I 
believe there is Linux support. I'/ve had several non-Wacom inferior 
pen/tablets.

It's more like a touch screen than a mouse as normally movement is 
absolute rather than relative

-- 
Mike