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Is there such a thing as a digital typewriter?

This probably sounds very dumb, but I would really love to have something I could write on and have all the documents digitized and not have to use a computer with the temptation of the internet keeping me from actually writing.
And the full-sized keyboard is also pretty important. If it doesn't exist, I suppose I will just get a good old-fashioned one :-\
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cp24 cp24
 
 March 10, 2009 12:17 PM
Brother makes this electronic typewriter. The one that is 'digital' typewriter is the ML-300
http://www.brother-usa.com/typewriters/default.aspx?src=ML300

Amazon is selling one for $111.14 with free shipping
http://www.amazon.com/Brother-ML-300-Electronic-Display-Typewriter/dp/B00004WFZR

If using computer distracts you (e.g. Internet, IM, etc), you can always use:
- Dark Room for Windows XP / 2000 / 2003 (Free)
http://they.misled.us/dark-room

- WriteRoom for Mac OS X ($24.95)
http://www.hogbaysoftware.com/products/writeroom

Personally, I have tried DarkRoom. It is great but I can't leave without spell check. Otherwise, it's great writing tool.
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Other models of electronic typewriters
http://www.brother-usa.com/typewriters/default.aspx?src=productIndex

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albanian albanian
 
March 10, 2009 02:18 PM
The Brother has a digital display but does not record the material digitally which is what 311 says he wants.

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cyber34 cyber34
 
March 10, 2009 11:57 AM
Get a computer and don't hook it up to the internet, install some word processing software on it. Whether it be a laptop or big desktop PC, you have yourself a digital typewriter!

You could even unistall all of the default games on the system, and everything else that you don't really need).

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albanian albanian
 
March 10, 2009 12:05 PM
I haven't seen one for sale for years. They were put out of business, I believe, by computers. Computers are multipurpose and cost less and the software is easier to upgrade. You can create the equivalent of a dedicated word processor (I think that was what they were called) with a cheap computer, a good keyboard, and word processing software (download Open Office from the internet) Having a real computer, even a cheap one, allows you to select your choice of word processing software, and your choice of comfortable keyboard. You can always disconnect from the internet.

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albanian albanian
 
March 10, 2009 02:02 PM
Although wikipedia agrees that today they are seen only in museums, I found what could be one for sale refurbished. I don't recommend it, but here is the link: http://codemicro.com/store/check_price.php?partid=3258490
http://www.computermuseum.li/Testpage/LexitronVT1303.htm

http://www.computermuseum.li/Testpage/Lexitron-VT1303.jpg

I'll leave finding where to buy 5 1/4 " disks to you.

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easyeboy easyeboy
 
March 10, 2009 12:11 PM
Yes, digital typewriters exist, but for the price you would spend on one, it's best you get an old computer. It can be a notebook or desktop computer. Simply do not connect the Internet to it, and get a good quality screen. Then all you need is a printer if you are looking to print the documents.

If you want to get a digital typewriter, Brother makes a good one, and you can likely find it any office supply store.

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albanian albanian
 
March 10, 2009 02:24 PM
311 says he wants his documents digitalized, and a digital typewriter like Brother doesn't do that. Of course, if he buys the refurbished Lexitron he'll have to find some 5 1/4" disks somewhere.

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