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AR Unit 1 Keyboarding Terms

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