Chooses among variations Usually interrupts whatever
OPTION
within a program. function the computer is
performing; refer to in-
dividual program instruc-
Stops the computer in the
tions for its exact function.
RESET
middle of what it's doing
and returns the program to
Varies from program to pro-
its opening screen. It does
gram; for example, ESC
not usually erase your work
may be used to take you
in RAM memory. RESET
from one menu to another.
sometimes has undesirable
side effects, such as interfer-
Controls a variety of
ing with the closing of open
features when pressed
DOS files. Generally,
simultaneously with another
BREAKis the preferred key
key.
for stopping a program.
Consult the instructions for
Inserts a space where the
the software program you
cursor is in some programs
are using.
or when you're programm-
ing. Characters may be
Usually tells the computer to
entered by typing over the
START
begin running a game or
inserted space.
program; refer to the indi-
vidual program instructions
Moves the cursor back one
for its exact function.
space, deleting what was
typed. If held down, it con-
Often used to select one of
tinues deleting characters.
SELECT several applications within a
program; its function varies
Deletes character at the
from program to program-
position of the cursor and
refer to the individual pro-
shifts remaining charcters
gram instructions for its ex-
on the line so that the space
act use.
is filled.
With some software, gives
HELP access to information that
can guide you through a
program when you need
help .
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