For example, when moving a cursor by a pointer of a note-type personal computer, the cursor can be rapidly moved to a target position, and can be stopped there. When the pointer is operated, the cursor intermittently moves in such a manner that the movement for a predetermined time period t.sub.1 and...http://www.google.co.uk/patents/US6307536?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6307536 - Operating apparatus