Hooking Up 2 Mice to One Computer

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In summary, the conversation is discussing the possibility of using two mice on one computer to have two cursors for the purpose of playing online poker with a friend. Several ideas and technologies are mentioned, including multi-touch and collaborative VNC, but it is unclear if it is possible to achieve this.
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Hey guys,
I was wondering if anyone knew how I could hook up two mouses (mice?) to one computer/monitor and have two cursors show up. I have searched a few times and found a couple of ideas that I don't fully understand because I am not that great with computers, I was wondering if someone could dumb it down for me or suggest something to do. I want it because me and my buddy play online poker and we like to multi-table, as we are both playing at the same computer, same name. Sometimes its hard to communicate whether or call/raise/fold whatever on table 7, when so many are up, so we are hoping to cut out hte middle man and be able to both have a cursor on the same screen. Insane? definetly... possible? you tell me

thanks guys
 
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You can have two mice, but you'll only have one cursor.
 
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With multi-touch technologies being developed,
you probably see more things like
http://wearables.unisa.edu.au/mpx/?q=mpx
http://www.benjie.org/software/linux/collaborative-vnc/
http://multicursor-wm.sourceforge.net/
http://weblogs.asp.net/cfranklin/archive/2004/02/21/77787.aspx

(I'm sure that some one can do stuff with multiple wiimotes:
http://www.brianpeek.com/blog/pages/net-based-wiimote-applications.aspx
)
 
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1. Can I hook up 2 mice to one computer?

Yes, it is possible to hook up 2 mice to one computer. This can be done by using a USB splitter or a USB hub with multiple ports.

2. What is the purpose of hooking up 2 mice to one computer?

The purpose of connecting 2 mice to one computer is to allow for multiple users to control the computer simultaneously. This can be useful for collaborative work or for individuals with disabilities that require different types of mice.

3. Will both mice work independently or will they control the same cursor?

It depends on the settings of the computer and the type of mice being used. Some computers may allow for both mice to work independently, while others may have both mice control the same cursor. This can also be adjusted in the computer's settings.

4. Can I use different types of mice when hooking up 2 to one computer?

Yes, different types of mice can be used when hooking up 2 to one computer. However, they may not have the same functionality and some features may not work as intended.

5. Do I need any special software or drivers to hook up 2 mice to one computer?

In most cases, no special software or drivers are needed to connect 2 mice to one computer. However, some mice may require specific drivers for all their features to work properly.

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