Abstract: A work surface is configured to provide user interaction with a computer. The work surface includes a substrate that provides a structural base for the work surface. The work surface also includes one or more input devices installed on the substrate. The input devices can be operable to detect a user touch and/or tap, and to generate a signal based on the touch/tap. The work surface also includes a protector film covering the at least one input device. An adhesive material, such as a double-sided adhesive tape, attaches the protector film and the input devices in a manner that allows the input devices to detect a user touch through the protector film and the adhesive material.

Abstract: A method of using an apparatus having an elongate pole with a proximal region, a distal region, an intermediate region, and a tool at the distal region. The method includes the steps of: providing a harness with a support; placing the harness on a user so that the harness is maintained in an operative position on the user; releasably placing the apparatus in a holding position upon the support with the harness in the operative position wherein at least a part of the weight of the apparatus is borne by the support; controllably repositioning the tool by manipulating the elongated pole from a region spaced from the distal region; and performing an operation on an object through the tool.