Explanation

• Pressing F11 instantly creates a chart from the selected data on a separate chart sheet.
• First, select the data range, then press F11 to generate the default chart.

Additional information:

• F1 → Open Help
• F2 → Edit the active cell
• F4 → Repeat the last action / Toggle absolute references in formulas
• Alt + F1 → Create a chart embedded in the current worksheet

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Explanation

• Linux is based on open-source software.
• It is a Unix-like operating system.
• Created by: Linus Torvalds (1991).
• It is widely used in servers, mobile devices, and supercomputers.

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Explanation

• MS Access is a database designing and management software.
• It is used to create, store, organize, and manage databases.
• MS Access is part of the Microsoft Office (Microsoft 365) suite.
• It allows users to create tables, queries, forms, and reports.
• First Released: 13 November 1992

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Explanation

• A Modem (Modulator-Demodulator) converts digital signals into analog signals and vice versa.
• It is used to connect computers to the internet via telephone lines or other networks.

Additional information:

• Switch – connects multiple devices in a network
• Hub – basic network connector
• Repeater – boosts signal strength
• Router – directs internet traffic

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Explanation

• Increase the font size. Ctrl + Shift + >

Additional information:

• Decrease the font size: Ctrl + Shift + <
• Increase the font size by 1 point: Ctrl + ]
• Decrease the font size by 1 point: Ctrl + [
• Ctrl + Shift + F: Change the font
• Open the Font dialog box to change the font: Ctrl + Shift + F

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Explanation

• Charles Babbage is known as the Father of the Computer.
• He designed the more advanced Analytical Engine, which featured a "Mill" (CPU) and a "Store" (memory).

Additional information:

• He was an English polymath.
• Born: 26 December 1791 London, England
• Died: 18 October 1871 (aged 79) London, England

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Explanation

• Ctrl + C is the shortcut key used to copy selected text or files.

Additional information:

• Ctrl + B → Bold
• Ctrl + A → Select All
• Ctrl + W → Close current tab/window
• Alt + Tab → Switch between apps
• Alt + F4 → Close the active app
• Win + D → Show/Hide Desktop
• Win + ← / → → Snap windows left/right
• Win + Tab → Open Task View

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Explanation

• Ctrl + N is to open a new document in MS Word.

Additional information:

• Ctrl + M -- Indent the paragraph.
• Ctrl + B -- Bold highlighted selection.
• Ctrl + D -- Font options.
• Alt + F -- File menu options in the current program.
• Alt + E -- Edits options in the current program.

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Explanation

• F7 is the shortcut key used to check Spelling and Grammar in Microsoft Word.

Additional information:

Key Function Keys (F1–F12)

1. F1 – Opens Help
2. F2 – Rename selected file/folder (Windows) / Edit active cell (Excel)
3. F3 – Opens Search
4. F4 – Alt + F4 closes the active window
5. F5 – Refreshes browser / Starts Slide Show in PowerPoint
6. F6 – Moves to the next pane in Microsoft Word
7. F7 – Spelling & Grammar Check
8. F8 – Enables Extend Mode in Excel
9. F9 – Updates/Refreshes fields in Microsoft Word
10. F10 – Activates the Menu Bar
11. F11 – Full-screen mode in browsers
12. F12 – Save As in Microsoft Word

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Explanation

• VPN stands for Virtual Private Network.
• It creates a secure and encrypted connection over the internet to protect user data and privacy.
• A VPN masks the user's IP address and helps hide their browsing activity.
• It is commonly used for secure remote access and online privacy.

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