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PointerStick vs Prey

A side-by-side look at PointerStick and Prey. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

PointerStick

PointerStick

System & Hardware

PointerStick is a freeware virtual pointing device software that allows controlling the mouse cursor using a joystick, gamepad or other USB device. It works by translating input device movements into mouse cursor movements on screen.

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Prey

Prey

Security & Privacy

Prey is an open source anti-theft software for laptops and phones. It allows tracking and recovering lost or stolen devices by gathering information like location data, WiFi networks, and camera images.

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