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Function keys
The function keys (not to be confused with the
12 keys at the top of the keyboard.
Sample function keys
through
F1
programmed functions when pressed. Used in combination
with the
specific functions on the computer. For example,
off the TouchPad. For more information, see
page
181, or
Windows special keys
Sample Windows special keys
Your computer's keyboard has two keys that have special
functions in Windows:
Start key—Opens the Start menu
❖
❖
Application key—Has the same function as the
secondary mouse button
Starting a program
The easiest way to start a program is to double-click the name
of the file that contains the information you want to work on.
To find the file, use My Computer or Windows
If you prefer to open the program first, you have four options.
You can:
Double-click the icon for the program on your desktop
❖
are called function keys because they execute
F12
key, function keys marked with icons execute
Fn
"Hot Keys" on page
Start key
Application key
Learning the Basics
Starting a program
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