The document discusses the history and types of computer mice. It explains that the mouse was invented in 1968 by Douglas Engelbart to control the movement of the cursor on a screen. Mice come in various forms such as optical mice which use light sensors rather than a ball, wireless mice which communicate via radio signals, and trackball mice where the ball is stationary and rolled by the thumb. The mouse's design has evolved over time from square wooden models to smaller, more ergonomic designs with additional features like scroll wheels.