16 Chapter 1Windows KeysThe keyboard has one key that performs Windows-specific functions.Hot KeysThe computer employs hotkeys or key combinations to access most of the computer’s controls like screenbrightness, volume output, and the BIOS utility.To activate hot keys, press and hold the <Fn> key before pressing the other key in the hotkey combination.Key Icon DescriptionWindows key Pressed alone, this key has the same effect as clicking on theWindows Start button; it launches the Start menu. It can also be usedwith other keys to provide a variety of function:+ Activates next taskbar button.+ Opens the My Computer window+ Opens Help and Support.+ Opens the Search: All Files dialog box.+ Opens the Run dialog box.+ Minimizes all windows.+ + Undoes the minimize all windows action.Application keyThis key has the same effect as clicking the right mouse button; itopens the application’s context menu.Hot Key Icon Function Description+ Hot key help Displays help on hot keys.+ Acer eSettings Launches the Acer eSettings in Acer eManager.+ Acer ePowerManagementLaunches the Acer ePower Management in AcerEmpowering Technology. See “Acer EmpoweringTechnology” on page 18.+ Sleep Puts the computer in Sleep mode.