Toshiba A130/A135 Using the keyboard, Using the keyboard

84	Learning the Basics
	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 Turn off computer command or Sleep command. See “Using and configuring Sleep mode” on page 78 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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