"Secure" wireless keyboards

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Quarkmus

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Are there any good dongle based wireless keyboards?

I love the ease of use of using a dongle for my keyboard and mouse, especially for switching between devices Bluetooth is very cumbersome.

I spent some time searching for a manufacturer which at least makes any effort, but I mostly find a couple of negative security reviews, but most keyboards don't even try to do this right.
 
I'm not totally understanding your question. If you're referring to bluetooth dongles, bluetooth devices should have built in security that's adequate unless someone is snooping on you right when you pair the device. Otherwise I'm not sure what you mean. Can you clarify your question a bit?

May your bits be stable and your interfaces be fast. :cool: Ron
 
2.4GHz keyboard security is generally garbage, and well worth avoiding. You can get bluetooth keyboards that will pair with multiple computers, and they usually have a keypress or sequence to switch between them. This one is supposedly well rated, and supports up to 4 devices (including phones and tablets) for example: https://www.amazon.com/Razer-Ultra-Wireless-Mechanical-Keyboard/dp/B09J72K6SM (there are many other choices of course.... depending on type of keys and styles you like)