Optical mouse repeatedly stops working

I have a Logitech optical corded mouse that I have used successfully with my iMac for a long time. In the last month or so, it will periodically stop working -- no cursor appearing on the screen. To get it working again, I have to unplug from the iMac and replug into the same or any other USB port. It is happening more and more frequently. All other USB devices work correctly in every USB port on the iMac without any such problem. I did not install any new software before the problem began, other than regular installations of Apple updates from Software Update. My diagnosis: For reasons unknown, I need to buy a new mouse. Any other suggestions? Thanks much.
Message was edited by: duneclimb

Hi, check the Logitech website for Mouse"" drivers/updates.
Did you Repaired Permissions Before & After Updates?..L
Message was edited by: elmac

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