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USB keyboard switcher?

Is there any sort of splitter USB tool I can use to switch USB devices between computers without having to do it manually? I wanna have 3 separate computers (I understand having one running 3 screens is easier but I don't want that) different OS's, and I can attach 3 screens to my desk, but I don't want 3 keyboards and mice. is there anything I can use to to rapidly switch between PC like a dial or some shit?
(Jan 17, 2014 02:50 PM)Bӏue Wrote:  Is there any sort of splitter USB tool I can use to switch USB devices between computers without having to do it manually? I wanna have 3 separate computers (I understand having one running 3 screens is easier but I don't want that) different OS's, and I can attach 3 screens to my desk, but I don't want 3 keyboards and mice. is there anything I can use to to rapidly switch between PC like a dial or some shit?

I think it is called a kvm? correct me if im wrong.
You know how much more money that will be, you will also need THREE anti-virus, etc.. Why not just have separate tabs or browsers...
(Jan 17, 2014 02:53 PM)Slayuh Wrote:  You know how much more money that will be, you will also need THREE anti-virus, etc.. Why not just have separate tabs or browsers...

I've already got 2 PC's, its a long story but you would understand 👍 Linux on one, my main PC im using now, and a 3rd for compiling, rendering, and occasionally as a virus test rig.

(Jan 17, 2014 02:51 PM)Angel Beats‌‌ Wrote:  I think it is called a kvm? correct me if im wrong.

KVM it is, I think, some of them are for monitors tho :) thanks! 🤝
(Jan 17, 2014 02:51 PM)Angel Beats‌‌ Wrote:  I think it is called a kvm? correct me if im wrong.

You're right, it's a KVM switch.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KVM_switch

It's commonly used in Computer Repair Shop, Retail Stores and Entreprises/Companies to only use one monitor, mouse and keyboard for multiple computers. We have 4-5 of these switches at my job (for our team).
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My era of providing technical support and malware removal on HackForums is over, so you can stop PM'ing me about it. Sorry.


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