The Fn Key Problem: How 'Convenience' Features Break Essential Shortcuts

Modern keyboards with dual-function Fn keys create a critical usability problem: when the Fn-lock fails, essential shortcuts like Alt+F4 trigger system actions (like hibernation) instead of their intended purpose. This design flaw exemplifies a broader industry issue—prioritizing rarely-used features while compromising the stability of long-established keyboard standards that billions of users rely on daily.