Belkin KVM Does Wireless Flip

By Geoff Duncan Published May 1, 2006

Belkin KVM Does Wireless Flip — Image used with permission by copyright holder

Belkin has announced its new Flip Wireless KVM switch, enabling two computers to share the same keyboard, monitor, mouse, and speakers

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