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Will Apple Keyboard work with PC
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shainadir
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Mar 13, 2005, 11:49 PM
 
I just got a new mac mini and I need to get a new keyboard. I also have a PC that I would want to use the same keyboard with. Will the apple keyboard be compatible with the PC since it uses a USB interface? All responses will be appreciated. Thanks.
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Mar 14, 2005, 12:10 AM
 
Yep. The Apple/Command key will serve as the 'windows' key. Everything standard should work fine.
     
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Mar 14, 2005, 08:55 AM
 
Just set up a km switch between my Powerbook and a Dell. I am using a Matias Tactile Pro Keyboard (Mac).How can I type Ctrl-Alt-Delete because of the alt key is the option key on the mac keyboard. Any ideas?
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Mar 14, 2005, 09:09 AM
 
Originally posted by sknapp351:
How can I type Ctrl-Alt-Delete because of the alt key is the option key on the mac keyboard. Any ideas?
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That key is the "alt" key when plugged into a PC and the "option" key when plugged into a Mac. It will work fine.

I use a MacAlly keyboard and mouse in my second office at work with my Dell laptop (since I had ti lying around and my IT department is too cheap to buy me a keyboard and mouse) and have abolutely no problems.

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