| Term | Definition |
| is the physical parts of a computer system such as the monitor, keyboard, and the hard drive | Hardware |
| the number of standard words keyed in one minute | GWAM |
| moves the insertion point to a preset position | Tab Key |
| 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 | Function Keys |
| closes a software menu or dialog box | Escape Key |
| executes commands with other key(s) | Alternate or Control Keys |
| programs and routines that control the functioning of a computer | Software |
| removes the character to the right of the insertion point | Delete Key |
| 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 | Home Keys |
| the correct seating position taught when developing typing skills | Keyboarding Posture |
| causes text to move automatically to a new line when the current line is full | Word Wrap |
| makes capital letters and certain symbols when used with those keys | Shift Key |
| deletes the character to the left of the insertion point | Backspace |
| causes the insertion point to move to the left margin and down to the next line | Enter Key |
| inserts space between words and sentences | Space Bar |
| moves the insertion point in the direction indicated by the arrow on each key | Arrow Keys |
| capitalizes all letters when locked down | Caps Lock Key |
| special keys that allow you to use the computer to perform specific functions | Service Keys |
