General
mouse jiggler
What does mouse jiggler mean?
A hardware gadget or software tool that moves the cursor automatically to keep a computer 'active' and simulate that a remote worker is present and working.
"He ran a mouse jiggler during meetings so his status stayed green while he made lunch."
Origin
Gained notoriety during the 2020s remote-work era amid employer activity-monitoring; some firms fired staff for using them.
Frequently asked questions
What is a mouse jiggler?
It is a hardware gadget or software tool that automatically moves the cursor to keep a computer active and make a remote worker appear present and working.
Why do people use mouse jigglers?
To defeat employer activity-monitoring, keeping their status green while they step away from the keyboard.
Can you get fired for using a mouse jiggler?
Yes; during the 2020s remote-work era some firms fired staff caught using them to fake activity.
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