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A computer input device sterilization apparatus having ultraviolet sterilization in an enclosed container to kill bacteria and other disease carrying organisms. The invention comprises a horizontal or vertical container dimensioned to fit over computer input devices such as keyboards, mice, trackbal

A computer input device sterilization apparatus having ultraviolet sterilization in an enclosed container to kill bacteria and other disease carrying organisms. The invention comprises a horizontal or vertical container dimensioned to fit over computer input devices such as keyboards, mice, trackballs, touchpads and the like. An ultraviolet source within the container irradiates the computer input device with UV light which, in one embodiment generates ozone gas, thereby killing any microorganisms that might reside on the computer input devices. Ultraviolet radiation below 200 nm can also be used thereby creating ozone gas having germicidal characteristics. The ozone gas is circulated in and around the input device thereby providing further sterilization together with the ultraviolet radiation. A sterilization switch turns the UV source off when the container is opened. A timer/power circuit provides the times application of power to the UV lamps to provide UV illumination consistent with the substantial sterilization of the input device in question.

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1. A computer input device sterilizer comprising:a box open on one side and dimensioned to fit over and entirely cover a computer input device disposed on a surface; a switch biased to the off position and connected to the box so that the switch is actuated to the on position when the box is placed

1. A computer input device sterilizer comprising:a box open on one side and dimensioned to fit over and entirely cover a computer input device disposed on a surface; a switch biased to the off position and connected to the box so that the switch is actuated to the on position when the box is placed on the surface so as to cover the computer input device; a power supply connected to the switch; a UV light source attached to the inside of the box; and a timer/power circuit for providing a timed application of power from the power supply to the UV light source when the switch is actuated to the on position; wherein sterilization of the computer input device is effected when the box is place over the computer input device resting on the surface, causing the UV light source to emit ultraviolet radiation below 200 nm and create ozone gas.