[Descenterace]

It's odd... I've used computers almost 10 hours a day for nearly 12 years, and neither my wrists nor my vision have been affected (I needed glasses about a year before I started using computers).  I'm not overweight either.

Then there's my Dad, who hardly uses computers at all, but complains of sore eyes/wrists after half an hour...

[CP5670]

Same goes for me actually, and it's pitch dark most of the time I am at the computer. I do have remarkably near-sighted vision and got glasses many years ago, but that is most likely a genetic thing (dad, grandfather and some other relatives had/have the same problem). Perhaps it's just a matter of getting used to it.

One thing I would really recommend is to use a high-contrast color scheme (bright text on a black background, as in FS2 or this place) for windows if you spend a lot of time with programs that use the standard windows GUI, which is what I have it set on. This considerably reduces the amount of light given off by the monitor and can especially make a big difference in the dark.

[diamondgeezer]

Over here in merry old England, the law says that anyone who works with computers is entitled to an eye test at the expense of their employers. Which is handy.

[Descenterace]

Yeah, but in England, farmers are prosecuted for defending themselves against burglars...

As soon as I can afford to, I'm emigrating.  To America or Australia (coz I'm too lazy to learn another language).

[Flipside]

Hmmmm.... sounds to me like you are sitting too close to your monitor, also, try using optrex or another eye bath, you eyes dry out while you are staring at a screen, so you need to oil 'em once in a while Some people suffer from this worse than others.
Oh yes, and don't end up like me, having to see an Orthopedic surgeon because you screwed your hip up by slumping over your computer every night for nearly 20 years

Flipside

[RandomTiger]

Originally posted by kasperl
i should try one of those, but i doubt it will help much, i am used to this way too much.

*notices sore wrist*

how much do those things cost?

A bit more than normal keyboards but its well worth it.
I went for a nice one with media buttons so it cost a bit more.

Takes a bit of time to get used to especially if you can touch type.
Also best to do your research, some have odd layouts for the arrow and insert etc keys.

[DragonClaw]

My dad has a natural keyboard, and I can't type worth rat droppings on it. I'm an oldie, standard keyboards 4 me!

*develops arthritis*

sh*t!!

[Woolie Wool]

Originally posted by Descenterace
Yeah, but in England, farmers are prosecuted for defending themselves against burglars...

Why? If someone breaks into your house in America, you can shoot him.

[Agent]

Originally posted by Woolie Wool


Why? If someone breaks into your house in America, you can shoot him.

It's not just in America. It's everywhere else.

[Descenterace]

Yeah, that's why I'm moving to America.  I have some, er, novel ideas for house defences.  I take the view that any injuries sustained in the course of breaking the law should count as 'self-inflicted'.

Hence, that teenager who got shot while breaking into Tony Martin's house actually committed suicide.

Electrified window frames, anyone?  Or electrified valuables, for that matter.