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Chapter 2: Learning the Basics................................................. 76Computing tips .......................................................76
Using the keyboard.................................................78
Character keys .................................................78
Making your keyboard emulate a full-size
keyboard....................................................78
Ctrl, Fn, and Alt keys.........................................79
Function keys....................................................79
Windows special keys.......................................80
Overlay keys .....................................................80
Using the overlay to type numeric data.............81
Starting a program..................................................81
Starting a program from the Start menu...........82
Starting a program from Windows® Explorer....82
Starting a program from the Run dialog box ....83
Saving your work....................................................84
Printing your work.................................................. 87
Using the DVD-ROM or multi-function drive...........88
DVD-ROM or multi-function drive components 88
CD/DVD control buttons ...................................90
Inserting a compact disc ..................................91
Removing a disc with the computer on.............93
Removing a disc with the computer off ............93
Caring for CD or DVD Discs .............................93
Using PC Cards.......................................................94
Hot swapping....................................................94
Using your computer at the office...........................95
Backing up your work............................................. 95
Restoring your work .........................................96
Powering down the computer.................................96
Using Turn Off Computer or Shut Down...........97
Using Hibernation............................................. 99
Using Standby ................................................101
Toshiba’s online resources ...................................103