a computer input device configured to accept a user &# 39 ; s hand palm down is disclosed . a handle is affixed on top of a stick , which in turn is secured to a base , where the user moves the handle with the user &# 39 ; s palm to move the stick relative to the base in a plurality of axes . the handle includes a plurality of buttons that can be activated by the user &# 39 ; s digits . the computer input device has a low overall profile with a low center of gravity and a relatively small footprint and is preferably used in conjunction either with another computer input device of a similar configuration or a computer mouse - style input device .