Definitions for computer keyboard
com·puter key·board

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. computer keyboard, keypadnoun

   a keyboard that is a data input device for computers; arrangement of keys is modelled after the typewriter keyboard

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Computer keyboard

   A computer keyboard is a peripheral input device modeled after the typewriter keyboard which uses an arrangement of buttons or keys to act as mechanical levers or electronic switches. Replacing early punched cards and paper tape technology, interaction via teleprinter-style keyboards have been the main input method for computers since the 1970s, supplemented by the computer mouse since the 1980s. Keyboard keys (buttons) typically have a set of characters engraved or printed on them, and each press of a key typically corresponds to a single written symbol. However, producing some symbols may require pressing and holding several keys simultaneously or in sequence. While most keys produce characters (letters, numbers or symbols), other keys (such as the escape key) can prompt the computer to execute system commands. In a modern computer, the interpretation of key presses is generally left to the software: the information sent to the computer, the scan code, tells it only which physical key (or keys) was pressed or released.In normal usage, the keyboard is used as a text entry interface for typing text, numbers, and symbols into application software such as a word processor, web browser or social media app. Touchscreens use virtual keyboards.

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1. computer keyboard

   A computer keyboard is a peripheral input device that allows users to input data or commands into a computer or digital system by pressing a series of keys, buttons or switches. It usually contains alphabetic, numerical, and symbols keys, as well as functional keys such as control keys, function keys, and arrow keys. It is one of the primary ways through which users interact with computers and other digital platforms.

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1. Computer keyboard

   In computing, a keyboard is a typewriter-style device, which uses an arrangement of buttons or keys, to act as mechanical levers or electronic switches. Following the decline of punch cards and paper tape, interaction via teleprinter-style keyboards became the main input device for computers. A keyboard typically has characters engraved or printed on the keys and each press of a key typically corresponds to a single written symbol. However, to produce some symbols requires pressing and holding several keys simultaneously or in sequence. While most keyboard keys produce letters, numbers or signs, other keys or simultaneous key presses can produce actions or execute computer commands. Despite the development of alternative input devices, such as the mouse, touchscreen, pen devices, character recognition and voice recognition, the keyboard remains the most commonly used and most versatile device used for direct input into computers. In normal usage, the keyboard is used to type text and numbers into a word processor, text editor or other programs. In a modern computer, the interpretation of key presses is generally left to the software. A computer keyboard distinguishes each physical key from every other and reports all key presses to the controlling software. Keyboards are also used for computer gaming, either with regular keyboards or by using keyboards with special gaming features, which can expedite frequently used keystroke combinations. A keyboard is also used to give commands to the operating system of a computer, such as Windows' Control-Alt-Delete combination, which brings up a task window or shuts down the machine. A command-line interface is a type of user interface operated entirely through a keyboard, or another device performing the function of one.

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1. • Data Input Device
   • Keyboard

How to pronounce computer keyboard?

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   British

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   Australian

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of computer keyboard in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of computer keyboard in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

Examples of computer keyboard in a Sentence

1. Perry Brass:

   Learn to revel in the unalloyed loveliness of receiving attention—to do this, you may have to leave your computer keyboard and invite it.

References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=computer keyboard
2. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer_Keyboard
3. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
4. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=computer keyboard