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Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard
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F1 through F12 are called function keys because they execute
programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination
with the
Fn key, function keys marked with icons execute
specific functions on the computer. For example,
Fn+F9 turns
off the TouchPad. For more information, see “Fn-esse
®
” on
page 161, or “Hot Keys” on page 213.
Windows special keys
Sample Windows special keys
Your computer’s keyboard has two keys that have special
functions in Windows:
❖ Start key—Opens the Start menu
❖ Application key—Has the same function as the
secondary mouse button
Overlay keys
The keys with gray numbers and symbols on the front of
them form the numeric and cursor overlay. This overlay lets
you enter numeric data or control the cursor as you would
using the 10-key keypad on a desktop computer’s keyboard.
Application key
Start key