Computer Basics

This key creates an upper case letter - you press it at the same time as a letter key.

What does ctrl stand for on the keyboard?

This key moves the cursor to the beginning of a line of text.

What key do you press at the same time to access upper symbols on the keys?

Which key moves the cursor a set number of times?

This piece of hardware converts picture or paper documents into digital format.

This keyboard shortcut is for SAVE. Ctrl + S

This combination of keys copies selected text or an object. Alt + C

Which key combination is for pasting whatever is in the clipboard?

Which key is the forward slash?

This key is probably the most used on a keyboard. It is a multi-purpose key and has many tasks that it executes.

This key capitalizes ALL letters when locked down.

This is a plug & play portable, lightweight storage device.

What is an input device that is a panel of keys that operate a computer?

A type of computer that is designed to be stationary - all of the components fit on or under a desk or table.

Which function key is the universal key for HELP?

Numlock does not have to be activated for the "calculator" keypad to work.

What is an operating system by Microsoft that incorporates a user-friendly interface.

Which key gets rid of characters to the right of the cursor? It also gets rids of selected items.

When 2 keys are used simultaneously, what is this called?

OS is the software that runs your hardware and your programs behind the scenes.

The taskbar is the strip of buttons at the bottom of a Window's screen.

An example of an input device is a digital camera.

These keys move the cursor anywhere in a document without making any changes.

What is the special keypad called that allows numbers to be used as a calculator?

What is the screen where text or graphics appear from the device you are using?

Icons are pictures that represent programs, files and folders.

The physical parts of a computer, like a keyboard.

A hand-operated pointing device. It may be wireless or a touch pad on a laptop.

Which key moves the cursor and visible sections of text up?

ALT on the keyboard stands for "alternate".

A ____-byte is a large amount of memory.

This key moves the cursor and visible sections of text down.

Which key combination selects all?

This key moves the cursor to the end of a line of text.

Which key backs over a document erasing as it goes?

This key combination removes what was selected or copied; now in the clipboard and can be pasted. Ctrl + X

This keyboard shortcut is for PRINT. Ctrl + T

Windows usually cancels the current operation when using this key.