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What is special about a "for business" mouse?

Anonymous
2023-04-06T18:20:55+00:00

Many of Microsoft's mouse products ship in a "for business" model that appears to be identical to the normal model but with a higher price.

For example: Basic Optical Mouse vs. Basic Optical Mouse for Business

What is the difference between these two products aside from the name on the package and the different price?

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-04-11T03:18:40+00:00

    With all due respect, you didn't answer my question. Some vague hand-waving statements that aren't even true is useless.

    As far as I can tell, there is absolutely no difference between the products and Microsoft is just using the "for business" branding as an excuse to charge a higher price.

    If there is an actual difference, between the two, whether hardware, software, warranty period, post-sales support or something else, I would like to know what it is. If you know, then please let me know. And be specific.

    If you don't know, then please don't insult me with another meaningless reply.

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  2. Barb Bowman 80,700 Reputation points MVP Volunteer Moderator
    2023-04-07T08:26:05+00:00

    They are identical. It looks like one page, the consumer version, someone updated the information for newer operating systems. This is a USB mouse. It will work on Windows 11. No matter which version is purchased. And what do you mean by 'designed for Enterprise hist devices'? What do you know that makes these different?

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  3. Anonymous
    2023-04-12T03:51:27+00:00

    We totally understand your point, Shamino.

    If you want to know more about the product, then we highly suggest contacting Microsoft Store online as they have the right resources and tools to further give you an accurate information of products and services available online.

    Please get in touch with them through Contact Microsoft Store Support - Microsoft Support.

    We appreciate your understanding.

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  4. Anonymous
    2023-04-07T00:05:13+00:00

    Hello Shamino,

    Thanks for reaching out to Microsoft Community. We appreciate you for posting your concern here.

    Apparently, when it comes to its features and functionality, there's no much difference as both models work identically. But the only advantage of Microsoft Basic Optical Mouse for business is that it supports more and newer operating system, and firmware.

    Hope this clarifies your concern.

    Regards,

    StevenK

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