Toshiba A135 Using the keyboard, New icon positions may be lost, Sample Illustration Keyboard

Learning the Basics	85
Using the keyboard

❖Use Error-checking and Disk Defragmenter regularly to conserve disk space and improve performance.

❖Scan all new files for viruses.

This precaution is especially important for files you receive via diskette, email, or download from the Internet.

❖Take frequent breaks to avoid repetitive-motion injuries and eyestrain.

❖Do not turn off the computer if a drive indicator light indicates a drive is active.

Turning off the computer while it is reading from or writing to a disk may damage the disk, the drive, or both.

❖Before turning off the computer, use the Shut Down command or Sleep command. See “Using and configuring Sleep mode” on page 79 to learn more about Sleep.

NOTE	The Windows® operating system records information, such as your
	desktop setup, during its shutdown procedure. If you do not let the
	Windows® operating system shut down normally, details such as
	new icon positions may be lost.

Using the keyboard

Your computer’s keyboard contains character keys, control keys, function keys, and special Windows® keys, providing all the functionality of a full-size keyboard.

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(Sample Illustration) Keyboard