On some computers, the function keys -- the 12 "F" keys at the top of the keyboard -- have built-in secondary functions, like changing speaker volume or monitor brightness. Using the function keys for ...

If you take a look at your laptop's keyboard, you'll notice that the top row keys have icons printed above, with "F" and a ...

The function keys on your keyboard are the most powerful computer tools that you're not using. We're going to fix that. Almost every computer keyboard has a row of function keys at the top, but it ...

For a business employee, a laptop offers distinctive advantages over a desktop PC. Your laptop gives you access to your files and software while you travel, allows you to work from any room in the ...

I have developed a keyboard obsession the last week or so. I've been reading up on all kinds of keyboard stuff and watching Youtube channels where people build their own custom keyboards. (Although it ...

I don't know who needs to hear this, but you should lock your laptop screen every time you step away. Shelby Brown (she/her/hers) is an editor for CNET's services team. She covers tips and tricks for ...

I have a Toshiba laptop, about 3 years old. I had some work done on it and when I got it back, the function FN key which works with certain commands on the pf keys would not work. Now I cannot change ...

Function (Fn) keys – F1, F2, F3, etc., come in handy for those who are in dire need of shortcuts on their keyboards. Laptops are usually equipped with such keys but desktop keyboards, especially the ...

This is the first reason why your computer keyboard gets locked accidentally. Filter Keys turn on if you press the right shift key for 8 seconds, which of course can happen accidentally. When your ...