FINLANDIA SCHOOLKeyboard is an electronic device with several groups of keys electronically linked to the processor when attached to a computer system. It is the common input device used for entering data and commands into the computer. There are two main types keyboards used with micro – computer; they are:
1. Standard keyboard
2. 2. Enhanced keyboardKeyboard is an electronic device with several groups of keys electronically linked to the processor when attached to a computer system. It is the common input device used for entering data and commands into the computer. There are two main types keyboards used with micro – computer; they are:
1. Standard keyboard
2. 2. Enhanced keyboard
Features of Standard Keyboard
It has ten functions keys. (F1 - F10)
It has four arrow keys
It has 84 – 89 keys
Features of Enhanced Keyboard
It has 12 function keys ( F1 – F12)
It has 8 arrow keys It has 101 – 105 keys
Types of Enhanced Keyboard
1.Multimedia keyboard
2.Programming keyboard
3.Cordless keyboard
Sections of a keyboard
A keyboard is basically divided into 5 sections
1. Alphanumeric keys: These are made up of Alphabets and numbers
2. Function keys (F1-F12)
3. Control keys: DEL, CTRL, ESC, ALT
4. Cursor: Controls the screen movement keys e.g. arrow, home, end, page-up, etc
5. Numeric keypads: it is arranged in a Calculator type structure
Correct sitting position
1. Adjust your chair so your feet are flat on the floor or on a footrest, with knees at a 90-degree angle.
2. Keep the monitor at arm’s length, with the top of the screen at or slightly below eye level.
3. Position the keyboard directly in front of you, close enough so your elbows are at a 90-degree angle and wrists are straight (not bent up or down).
4. Keep your wrists straight and floating above the keyboard, not resting on the desk or a wrist rest while typing.
Using the Keyboard to Type
Typing involves pressing keys to input characters. Practice is essential to improve speed and accuracy. Begin by practicing typing letters, then simple words and sentences, focusing on using both hands and the correct finger placement for each key.
Features of Standard Keyboard
It has ten functions keys. (F1 - F10)
It has four arrow keys
It has 84 – 89 keys
Features of Enhanced Keyboard
It has 12 function keys ( F1 – F12)
It has 8 arrow keys It has 101 – 105 keys
Types of Enhanced Keyboard
1.Multimedia keyboard
2.Programming keyboard
3.Cordless keyboard
Sections of a keyboard
A keyboard is basically divided into 5 sections
1. Alphanumeric keys: These are made up of Alphabets and numbers
2. Function keys (F1-F12)
3. Control keys: DEL, CTRL, ESC, ALT
4. Cursor: Controls the screen movement keys e.g. arrow, home, end, page-up, etc
5. Numeric keypads: it is arranged in a Calculator type structure
Correct sitting position
1. Adjust your chair so your feet are flat on the floor or on a footrest, with knees at a 90-degree angle.
2. Keep the monitor at arm’s length, with the top of the screen at or slightly below eye level.
3. Position the keyboard directly in front of you, close enough so your elbows are at a 90-degree angle and wrists are straight (not bent up or down).
4. Keep your wrists straight and floating above the keyboard, not resting on the desk or a wrist rest while typing.
Using the Keyboard to Type
Use of software tutor e.g. Mavis beacon
Attempt using your 10 fingers to type
Have a soft touch on the keyboard
Typing involves pressing keys to input characters. Practice is essential to improve speed and accuracy. Begin by practicing typing letters, then simple words and sentences, focusing on using both hands and the correct finger placement for each key.