Class 3 · Computer Science
Using the mouse and keyboard
📘 Chapter notes
The key ideas of this chapter, answered through the six guiding questions. Read them with your textbook.
1What am I looking at?
Answer: Operating a computer with the mouse and keyboard.
2What are its main parts or ideas?
Answer: Left click, right click, double click, drag and drop; keys: alphabet, number, space bar, enter, backspace, shift.
3How does it work?
Answer: Hold the mouse lightly and move the pointer; use correct finger positions on the home row of the keyboard.
4Why is it important?
Answer: Basic control of the computer.
5What happens if something changes?
Answer: Pressing Shift with a letter gives a capital letter.
6What should I remember for the exam?
Answer: Identify keys and mouse actions.