On a computer, a shortcut is a keystroke or a combination of keystrokes that allows you to give commands without using the mouse. a handy keyboard shortcut that takes you to the top of the screen
On a computer, a shortcut is an icon on the desktop that allows you to go immediately to a program, document and so on. ways to move or copy icons or create shortcuts in Windows
Key strokes that enact the same commands available in the menus of a program They are quicker and more direct, and usually involve two or three keys depressed simultaneously An example is the save shortcutl: CTRL + s
Actions taken when a decision maker is not aware of all pertinent information and decides to go ahead and take action without waiting to gather more information (See 277)