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Touchpads are fine for web-surfing and some report-writing - but when you need to do more serious stuff on your laptop, nothing beats a mouse.

Unfortunately, bringing one along means extra weight and bulk. Microsoft's Arc Mouse manages to cut down on the flab by using a novel folding design, but at what cost? Read on to find out...

Specifications/Requirements

Windows Requirements

• Operating System: Windows Vista®/Windows XP
• Hard Drive: 100 MB

Mac Requirements

• Operating System: Mac OS X v10.2–10.5
• Hard Drive: 30MB

General Requirements 

• 2 AAA alkaline batteries required (included)
• USB port

For Windows, Flip 3D requires a PC running Windows Aero®. If you are using Macintosh OS X v10.3 or higher, the Flip 3D/Instant Viewer button will start Exposé for Mac. If you are using Macintosh OS X, the Magnifier enlarges text and images on the entire screen.