‘Mouse Jigglers’ or ‘Mouse Wrigglers’ have evolved significantly from their beginnings. Initially, they were simple software tools designed in the 1980s to prevent screensavers or screen locks from activating. However overtime hardware-based jigglers emerged. These early devices were very specialised often costing several hundred dollars and mostly being used in digital forensics and law enforcement, … Read more
Mouse jigglers, small devices or software tools that move your mouse cursor automatically, are often marketed as a way to keep your computer active when you’re away. People use them to prevent their computers from entering sleep mode, to maintain their online status, or to keep certain tasks running without interruption. Although they might sound … Read more
Mouse jigglers are small devices or programs designed to keep a computer’s mouse pointer moving, which prevents the system from going idle, locking, or going to sleep. They’re popular for remote workers, IT professionals, and those conducting tasks that require an uninterrupted computer state. Mouse jigglers come in various forms, including software, hardware, and even … Read more
Mouse jigglers are widely used devices that prevent computers from going idle by simulating small, periodic mouse movements. While they may seem like a harmless tool, a question often asked is whether using them is actually legal or if they banned. In this article we will go over some legal considerations surrounding mouse jigglers and … Read more
In recent years during and post-covid, “mouse jigglers” have gained popularity, particularly among people working remotely or from home. These small devices or software programs keep a computer active by simulating mouse movements, preventing it from going into sleep or idle mode. Here’s a look at some of the main reasons people use them and … Read more