When Microsoft introduced the new XP Operating system, they took a closer look at the mouse.  Test results showed that many women are having trouble using today's mouse.  For the female target group, a new mouse has been developed, with the most important criteria being feel, comfort, and ergonomics.

After the first prototype was created, male focus groups were polled to ensure that nobody was being discriminated against.  The male groups did not show any concerns and even voiced that after viewing a woman using the new mouse it seemed very natural and practical.

A photograph of the prototype is attached.