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Keyboarding Unit 1
Basic Knowledge
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| arrow keys | moves the insertion point in the direction indicated by the arrow on each key |
| backspace | deletes the character to the left of the insertion point |
| caps lock | capitalizes all letters when locked down |
| Ctrl | control key executes commands with other key(s) |
| delete | removes the character to the right of the insertion point |
| Esc | escape key closes a software menu or dialog box |
| hardware | the physical parts of a computer system such as the monitor, keyboard, and the hard drive |
| home keys | the keys where you place your fingers to begin keying; a s d f for the left hand and j k l ; for the right hand |
| software | programs and routines that control the functioning of a computer |
| word wrap | causes text to move automatically to a new line when the current line is full |
| Alt | alternate key executes commands with other keys |
| Enter/Return | causes the insertion point to move to the left margin and down to the next line |
| Function Keys | special keys located at the top of the keyboard (F1, F2, F3, etc.) that are used alone or with the Ctrl, Alt, and Shift keys to execute software commands |
| GWAM | Gross Words A Minute is the number of standard words keyed in one minute |
| Keyboarding Posture | the correct seating position taught when developing typing skills |
| Service Keys | special keys that allow you to use the computer to perform specific functions |
| Shift Key | makes capital letters and certain symbols when used with those keys |
| Space Bar | inserts space between words and sentences |
| Tab Key | moves the insertion point to a preset position |