Go digital, young man. If you are planning to buy a camera, do give digital ones some thoughts - especially if you use the Internet a lot. It's some thing new with exciting features. However, don't expect any of the current digital cameras to last too long. Joystick is for gamers.
Expensive joysticks enhance the feel and accuracy during gaming.
That's the question that divides human. It's a very personal decision. Borrow one or go to a retail store to try one first. Track ball does offer an alternative way to utilize your hand bones and muscles while computing, surfing, and having fun. The main reason these days to have a microphone on a computer is to do online chatting without paying long distance.