keypad
Computing a data input device consisting of a limited number of keys, each with nominated functions
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keypad
[′kē‚pad] (computer science)
A cluster of special-purpose keys to one side of the regular typing keys on a terminal keyboard.
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keypad
A small keyboard or supplementary keyboard keys; for example, the keys on a calculator or the number/cursor cluster on a computer keyboard. See programmable keypad. |
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