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Windows keys
The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions.
Key
Windows logo key
Application key
Hot keys
The computer employs hot keys or key combinations to access most of the
computer's controls like screen brightness, volume output and the BIOS Utility.
Description
Start button. Combinations with this key perform shortcut
functions. Below are a few examples:
+ Tab (Activates next taskbar button)
+ E (Explores My Computer)
+ F (Finds Document)
+ M (Minimizes All)
Shift +
+ M (Undoes Minimize All)
+ R (Displays the Run... dialog box)
Opens a context menu (same as a right-click).
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