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Back up your files to diskettes (or other removable
storage media) on a regular basis. Label the backup
copies clearly and store them in a safe place.
If your hard disk suddenly fails, you may lose all the data
on it unless you have a separate backup copy.
❖
Use Disk Defragmenter to conserve disk space and help
your computer perform at its optimal level.
❖
Before turning off the computer, always use the Turn Off
or Shut down command (unless you want to use Standby
or Hibernation mode as described in
computer" on page
CAUTION: The operating system records information, such as
your desktop setup, during its turn-off procedure. If you don't let it
turn off normally, details such as new icon positions may be lost.
Using the keyboard
Parts of the keyboard
104).
Function keys
Home
7
Alt (Alternate) key
Fn key
Ctrl (Control) key
Learning the Basics
Using the keyboard
Windows
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PgUp
9
8
-
4
5
6
+
End
1
PgDn
3
2
/
Ins
Del
0
Character keys
"Powering down the
®
keys
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