THE KEYBOARD - DEFINITION, TYPES, SECTIONS AND MASTERING THE KEYBOARD (JS1 NOTES)

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THE KEYBOARD 

DEFINITION, TYPES, SECTIONS AND MASTERING THE KEYBOARD

DEFINITION OF KEYBOARD

The keyboard is an input device that is used to enter data into the computer. A standard keyboard has 101 keys which include alphabetic characters, punctuation symbols, numbers and varieties of function keys. The style of keyboard mostly used today is the QWERTY keyboard.

TYPES OF KEYBOARD

1. Mechanical keyboard

2. Wireless keyboard

3. Virtual Keyboard

4. USB keyboard

5. Ergonomic keyboard.

SECTIONS ON THE KEYBOARD/KEYBOARD SECTIONS

The keyboard is divided into sections namely:

(i)         The numeric keys (0-9)

(ii)        The alphabetic keys (A-Z)

(iii)       Function keys (FI -F12)

(iv)       Arrow keys (up/down/left/right)

            (v)        Special keys  (Ctrl, Esc, Alt, Shift, Tab, prtscr, Insert, Delete e.t.c)

MASTERING THE KEYBOARD

In this digital age, proper keyboard usage is crucial in order to be more productive and get things done quicker. Typing faster can enable you to keep up with your brain. 

HOW TO MASTER THE KEYBOARD

1. Get Rid of Bad Habits - Resting palm on the keyboard

2. Use All 10 Fingers - Relearn the correct finger placement.

3. Learn to Touch Type - Type without having to look at the keyboard.

4. Navigate with Basic Keyboard Shortcuts i.e Ctrl + S, Ctr+B, 

Ctrl+ U, Alt + F4 e.t.c

5. Practice with Apps: e.g Mavis Beacon, Typing Maniac, GS Typing Tutor 

CLASS ACTIVITIES

1. What is a keyboard?

2. List two (2) types of keyboard

3. State three (3) steps to master the keyboard

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