numeric keypad
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numeric keypad
[nü′mer·ik ′kē‚pad] (computer science)
A section of a computer keyboard that contains a group of keys, usually about 12, arranged in compact fashion for entering numeric characters efficiently. Also known as numeric pad.
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numeric keypad
(hardware)A standard feature of PC keyboards, consisting
of a rectangular array of 17 extra keys at the right-hand end:
0-9, ., Num Lock, /, *, -, + and Enter. Apart
from Num Lock, these typically duplicate the function of other
keys but are designed to make entering basic numerical
calculations as quick as on a digital calculator. It is
often possible to assign completely different functions to
these keys according to the needs of a particular application.
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numeric keypad
Four rows of decimal digit keys on calculators, telephones and computer keyboards. See keypad.Copyright © 1981-2019 by The Computer Language Company Inc. All Rights reserved. THIS DEFINITION IS FOR PERSONAL USE ONLY. All other reproduction is strictly prohibited without permission from the publisher.