[Broken_Hippo]

I've seen folks type reasonably fast without knowing touch typing. Then again, I've always considered myself lucky that I learned this back in the late 80's in school. To me the main benefit is that I can usually type without looking at the keyboard most of the time. I'm guessing more than half of my keyboard glances now are finding things that are different on the Norwegian keyboard than was on American ones, but most folks aren't going to have that issue. I actually type slower if i'm using one hand, a few fingers, or if I'm looking at the keybaord.

As far as should you? Well, really personal preference. After some time, it might improve your speed or comfort, but then again, might not.

If you want to give it a try, go ahead and do it. I'd suggest games to learn - they may be a little silly, but they do the job with less frustration. Plus once you get the muscle memory set, there isn't nearly as much frustration. If you want to learn to not look, tape a piece of paper to the top of the keyboard so it covers your hands.