Shortcut keys on Windows Vista

Knowing shortcuts, or keyboard shortcuts to be exact, can make working with your computer so much easier. The Windows key is usually located on the bottom lower left side and looks like the picture posted. This key is most commonly used in Windows shortcut keys. Image Source

Some useful tools for using Windows Vista:

• Windows Key + L (lock the computer)
  
• Windows Key + D (toggles to your desktop)
• Windows Key + E (opens up My Computer File Explorer)
  
• Windows Key + G (cycles through the gadgets)
• Windows Key + Pause (opens the System Properties portion of your Control Panel)
• Windows Key + U (activates the Ease of Use Access Center)
• Windows Key + X (cycles through the Mobility Center)
• Windows Key + R (opens the Run window)
• Windows Key + T (cycles through the tabs of applications running in the task bar)
  
• Windows Key + Spacebar (moves the focus to the sidebar, almost like cycling through gadgets)