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Parts of A Computer Keyboard

The document summarizes the different parts of a computer keyboard. The keyboard contains function keys along the top for software-specific operations, numeric keys to the right for numbers, navigation keys with directional arrows for document navigation, typewriter keys in the center for letters and numbers, and special keys like Alt, Ctrl, Tab, and Shift. The Escape key in the upper left corner is used to cancel operations.

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Parts of A Computer Keyboard

The document summarizes the different parts of a computer keyboard. The keyboard contains function keys along the top for software-specific operations, numeric keys to the right for numbers, navigation keys with directional arrows for document navigation, typewriter keys in the center for letters and numbers, and special keys like Alt, Ctrl, Tab, and Shift. The Escape key in the upper left corner is used to cancel operations.

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PARTS OF A COMPUTER

KEYBOARD
Different parts of a computer keyboard :
Computer keyboard works much like a mouse; many keyboard shortcuts
can eliminate the need for a mouse. Keys are split into different parts of the
keyboard , each providing a specific function.

FUNCTION KEYS :

Across the top of a keyboard are a row of


keys called the function keys. Each key is
composed of the letter F and a number,
ranging from F1 to F12. Each of the function keys
performs a specific operation based upon what
software is being used.

NUMERIC KEYS:
Many larger keyboards have an extra section to the right that contains the
numeric keyboard.This consists of the numbers 1 through 9 an asterisk , a slash, a
plus sign, an enter key and a period . There also a "num lock " key Which is to
turn on and off the numeric keypad.

NAVIGATION KEYS:
The navigation keys ,also called the direction keys ,are used to navigate
through documents and websites . Examples of navigation keys are the up
,down ,left and right arrows.

TYPE WRITER KEYS:


The center of the keyboard , which contains the largest amount of keys ,
includes letters and numbers . Most typing is done with these keys.

SPECIAL KEYS:
Other keys includes the Alt and Ctrl keys (Used for specific functions), The tab
key is used to set the curser and the shift key is used to make capital letters or
symbols that are located on the number keys .
ESCAPE:
The Escape key is located in the upper left hand corner of the keyboard. it is
used to cancel operation.

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