Hi John,
Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000 uses a mouse that relies on Microsoft BlueTrack Technology 1 for accurate cursor control on virtually any surface. Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5050 uses **Advanced Encryption Standard (AES*)**technology, which is designed to help protect your information by encrypting your keystrokes.
Should you have more concerns, feel free to post.
Regards.
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