The Dvorak Simplified Keyboard (DSK) is an alternative keyboard layout for English designed to be more efficient than the standard QWERTY layout. It was invented in the 1930s by August Dvorak and William Dealey.
The Dvorak keyboard is based on the principle that the most frequently used keys should be placed in the middle of the keyboard, with the less-used keys placed on the outer edges. This layout is designed to reduce finger movement and strain, resulting in faster and more accurate typing.
Ham Radio
In Ham Radio, the Dvorak keyboard is used by some operators to improve their typing speed and accuracy when sending and receiving Morse Code. Morse Code is a system of representing letters, numbers, and punctuation marks as a series of dots and dashes. When using a Morse Code key, operators must press a key for each dot and dash, so a faster typing speed can lead to faster Morse Code transmission.
The Dvorak keyboard can also be useful for Ham Radio operators who use computer software for digital modes, such as PSK31 or RTTY. These modes involve sending and receiving data over the radio using a computer, and a faster typing speed can help to improve the efficiency of these operations.
Overall, the Dvorak keyboard can be a useful tool for Ham Radio operators who want to improve their typing speed and accuracy, both for Morse Code and digital modes.