Sticky keys

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Sticky keys is a feature of computer Desktop Environments. It is an accessibility feature to aid handicapped users. Sticky keys allows the user to press a modifier key, such as Shift, Ctrl, Alt, or the windows key, and have it remain active until another key is pressed. It is activated by pressing the shift key 5 times in sequence or by holding down a modifier key for longer than 5 seconds. When sticky keys is activated, a beep is sounded whenever the Shift, Ctrl, windows key, or Alt keys are pressed henceforth.

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