> A client of mine has set up an Internet kiosk in a local library.  The retail
> trackball they specified was decimated the first day of use.  If you use an
> industrial strangth trackball in exhibits which you feel performs well, please
> send information on manufacturer and cost.

Happ Controls manufactures a variety of mostly-kidproof components
designed for the video game industry.  You can reach them at (888)289-4277

> Additionally, if you have experience with software used to restrict Internet
> access at public access Internet stations, please let me know what software
> you would recommend, or which programs you would recommend against.

Microtouch (http://www.microtouch.com) has a browser designed for public
access environments, but it may rely on one of their touch screens.

-j