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| Keyboard | A hardware device consisting of keys used to input data into a computer. |
| Typing | The act of using a keyboard to input letters, numbers, or symbols into a computer or device. |
| QWERTY Keyboard | The standard keyboard layout used in many countries, named after the first six letters on the top left of the keyboard. |
| Home Row | The middle row of keys on the keyboard where your fingers rest when typing (A, S, D, F, J, K, L, ;). |
| Touch Typing | Typing without looking at the keyboard, relying on muscle memory. |
| WPM (Words Per Minute) | A measurement of typing speed that counts the number of words typed in one minute. |
| Ergonomics | The science of designing equipment, such as keyboards, to maximize comfort, safety, and efficiency, reducing the risk of strain or injury. |
| Shift Key | A key used to capitalize letters or access the upper characters on keys (like symbols or punctuation). |
| Caps Lock | A key that locks the keyboard in capital letter mode until toggled off. |
| Enter/Return Key | A key used to execute a command or create a new line. |
| Space Bar | long key at the bottom of the keyboard used to insert spaces between characters. |
| Backspace | A key that deletes the character to the left of the cursor. |
| Delete Key | A key that removes the character in front of the cursor or selected text. |
| Tab Key | A key used to create indents in text or move between fields on a form. |
| Function Keys (F1-F12) | A row of keys at the top of the keyboard that perform special actions depending on the program. |
| Control (Ctrl) Key | A modifier key used in combination with other keys to perform shortcuts. |
| Alt Key | Another modifier key that works with other keys to access different functions. |
| Arrow Keys | Keys used to move the cursor or screen in the direction of the arrow (up, down, left, right). |
| Num Lock | A key that toggles the numeric keypad between number input and cursor control functions. |
| Keyboard Shortcuts | Combinations of keys that perform specific functions or commands in software (e.g., Ctrl + C to copy). |
| Finger Placement | The correct positioning of fingers on the home row to optimize touch typing. |
| Anchor Keys | Keys on the home row that help guide finger positioning (F and J have raised bumps to assist touch typists). |
| Typing Posture | The proper seating position for typing, which includes sitting up straight, with wrists slightly elevated and feet flat on the floor. |
| Muscle Memory | The ability to type accurately without looking at the keyboard through repetition and practice. |
| Accuracy | The correctness of typing, measured by the number of mistakes made while typing. |
| Key Strokes | The act of pressing a key on the keyboard. |
| Typing Rhythm | The flow and speed of typing, achieved through continuous practice to type fluidly. |
| Insert Key | Allows you to type normally, inserting new characters without deleting existing text. |
