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Exercise 5

The document outlines the different types of keys on a standard keyboard, including alphanumeric keys, modifier keys, numeric keypad, function keys, cursor-movement keys, and special-purpose keys. It also briefly describes the functions of a mouse, such as pointing, clicking, double-clicking, dragging, and right-clicking. Each key type serves specific functions to enhance user interaction with the computer.

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Exercise 5

The document outlines the different types of keys on a standard keyboard, including alphanumeric keys, modifier keys, numeric keypad, function keys, cursor-movement keys, and special-purpose keys. It also briefly describes the functions of a mouse, such as pointing, clicking, double-clicking, dragging, and right-clicking. Each key type serves specific functions to enhance user interaction with the computer.

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EXERCISE # 5

Bullets and Numbering The Standard Keyboard Layout


1. The Alphanumeric Keys:
▪ The area of a keyboard that looks like a typewriter's keys – arranged the same way on almost
every keyboard.
▪ On a computer keyboard, the keys that include the letter of the alphabet, numerals, and commonly
used symbols.
▪ It includes 4 keys having special functions:
• TAB
• CAPSLOCK
• BACKSPACE
• ENTER
2. The Modifier Keys – keyboard keys that are used in conjunction with other keys to execute a
command. The IBM-PC keyboard includes:
➢ SHIFT
➢ CTRL (Control)
➢ ALT (Alternate)
3. The Numeric Keypad:
i. The part of a keyboard that looks and works like a calculator keypad; it has 10 digits and
mathematical operators (*, +, -, and /).
ii. The numeric keypad also features a NUM LOCK key, which forces the numeric keys to input
numbers. When NUM LOCK is deactivated, the numeric keypad’s keys perform cursor-
movement control and other functions.
4. The Function Keys – the part of the keyboard that can be used to quickly activate commands;
which are labeled F1, F2 and so on, are usually arranged in a row along the top of the keyboard.
5. The Cursor-Movement Keys – on a computer keyboard, the keys that direct the movement of the
on-screen cursor or insertion point. It lets you move around the screen without using a mouse. It
includes:
▪ UP
▪ DOWN
▪ LEFT
▪ RIGHT
❖ Home
❖ End
❖ Page Up
❖ Page Down
6. Special-Purpose Keys – in addition to the five groups of the keys described, all BM-compatible
keyboards feature eight special-purpose keys. Each of which performs a unique function.
➢ START
➢ SHORTCUT
➢ ESCAPE
➢ PRINTSCREEN
➢ SCROLL LOCK
➢ PAUSE
➢ INSERT
➢ DELETE

FUNCTIONS OF A MOUSE
➢ Pointing
➢ Clicking
➢ Double-Clicking
➢ Dragging
➢ Right-clicking

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