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Parts of Computer
Unit 1 Parts of the Computer
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Executes commands with other keys. Also called the ALT key. | Alternate Key |
| Moves the insertin point in the direction indicated by the arrow on each key. | Arrow Keys |
| Removes the character to the left of the insertion point. | Backspace |
| Used to make all capital letters when locked down. | Caps Lock |
| Executes commands with other keys. Also called CTRL. | Control Key |
| Removes the character to the right of the insertion point. | Delete |
| Causes teh insertion point to move to the left margin and down to the next line; Also used to execute commands. | Enter/Return |
| Closes a software menu or dialog box. | Escape Key |
| Special keys located at the top of the keyboard that are used alone or with the CTRL, ALT, and Shift keys to execute software commands. | Function Keys |
| Number of standard words keyed in one minute. | GWAM |
| The physical parts of a computer system such as the monitor, keyboard, and the hard drive. | Hardware |
| The keys where you place your fingers to begin keying. | Home Keys |
| The correct seating position taught when developing typing skills. | Keyboarding Posture |
| Special keys that allow you to use the computer to perform certain functions. | Service Keys |
| Makes capital letters and certain symbols when used with those keys. | Shift Keys |
| Programs and routines that control the functioning of a computer. | Software |
| Inserts space between words and sentences. | Space Bar |
| Moves the insertion point to a preset position. | Tab Key |
| Causes text to move automatically to a new line when the current line is full | Word Wrap |
| An input device that includes an arrangement of letter, figure, symbol, control, function, and editing keys and a numerica keypad that enables you to enter data into a computer. | Keyboard |
| An input device that connects to your computer to help you control cursor movement and pointing ability on the monitor. | Mouse |
| An output device which displays text and graphics. | Monitor |
| Internal operation unit or "brain" of the computer. | CPU |
| An output device which gives the user auditory feedback. | Speaker |
| An output device that prints a hard copy. | Printer |