Chapter 7 Set 1

toggle key

a key that switches between two states each time a user presses the key.

gaming keyboard

a keyboard designed specifically for users who enjoy playing games on the computer.

mouse

a pointing device that fits under the palm of your hand comfortably.

pointing stick

a pressure-sensitive pointing device shaped like a pencil eraser that is positioned between keys on a mobile computer keyboard.

software

a series of related instructions, organized for a common purpose, that tells a computer or mobile device what tasks to perform and how to perform them.

pointer

a small symbol on the screen whose location and shape change as a user moves a pointing device.

touchpad

a small, flat rectangular pointing device that is sensitive to pressure and motion.

trackball

a stationary pointing device with a ball on its top or side.

touchscreen

a touch-sensitive display device.

graphics tablet

also called a digitizer. An electronic plastic board that detects and converts movements of a stylus or digital pen into digital signals that are sent to the computer.

digital pen

an input device that captures and converts a user's handwriting or drawings into a digital format, which users can transfer to a computer or mobile device.

keyboard

an input device that contains keys you press to enter data and instructions into a computer or mobile device.

user response

an instruction a user issues by responding to a message displayed by a program or app.

command

an instruction that causes a program or app to perform a specific action.

input

any data and instructions entered into the memory of a computer.

ergonomic keyboard

keyboard that has a design that reduces the chance of repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) of wrist and hand.

keyboard shortcuts

one or more keyboard keys that you press to perform an operating system or application-related task.

compact keyboard

smaller than a standard keyboard and usually does not include the numeric keypad.

pen input

when you touch a stylus or digital pen on a flat surface to write, draw, or make selections