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Key of a computer keyboard

The Break key of a computer keyboard refers to breaking a telegraph circuit and originated with 19th century practice. In modern usage, the key has no well-defined purpose and can be used by software for miscellaneous tasks, such as to switch between multiple login sessions, to terminate a program, or to interrupt a modem connection. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Break keyA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Comparative characterization of key odorants of French fries and oils at the break-in, optimum, and degrading frying stagesInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: How Jane and Jackie got the key to the cityThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Portland Versus Alkaline Cement: Continuity or Clean Break: “A Key Decision for Global Sustainability”Cited 110 times
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