COMPUTER HARDWARE COMPONENTS FUNCTIONS
WHAT IS A COMPUTER KEYBOARD
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Insert
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CPU
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Delete
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ALT
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Alt key Alt (pronounced /ɔːlt/ AWLT or /ʌlt/ ULT) on a computer keyboard is used to change (alternate) the function of other pressed keys. Thus, the Alt key is a modifier key, used in a similar fashion to the Shift key.
Detailed explanation-2: -True, the alt key is known as the modifier key and it is used with other keys.
Detailed explanation-3: -Important keyboard shortcuts with the Alt key To execute commands with the Alt key, press it simultaneously with another key or several other keys at the same time.
Detailed explanation-4: -A modifier key on Windows keyboards that is pressed with a letter or digit key to command the computer. For example, holding down the Alt key and pressing F displays the File menu if it is a current option on screen. Pressing Alt-Tab toggles between active windows (see Alt-Tab).
Detailed explanation-5: -The equivalent of the Alt key on Macintoshes is the option key. On most keyboards the Alt key is located on either side of the space bar. However, on some keyboards there is only one Alt key.