Laptop Features Flashcards
Special Keyboard Function Keys
Can control external displays and audio
Display Options
Use the Fn key as a toggle
• Toggle between LCD / external monitor
• May also have a physical / magnetic switch
Wireless Control
Physical switch to enable/disable wireless
Volume Settings
Fn key or standalone key
Screen Brightness
Controls the backlight strength
• Helps to conserve battery life
Keyboard Backlight
Set intensity, duration, or disable
Touch Pad
Enable to help avoid inadvertent mouse
clicks and movements
Screen Orientation
Useful on rotating tablet / laptops
• Fn key, hotkey, or another method
Media Options
Control audio / video from
your keyboard
• Play, stop, rewind, fast forward
GPS
Enable or disable the GPS radio
• May also be associated with airplane
mode or other wireless settings
Docking Stations and Port Replicators
Similar functionality
• Port replicator extends existing laptop
interfaces
• Docking station adds additional features,
options to include desktop adapter cards
Physical laptop locks
Keep your laptop from walking away
• Connect to a solid object
Rotating / removable screens
Combine a laptop keyboard with a tablet
screen
• May include a stylus for input
