In universities, sometimes the course number of basic or entry-level courses. Also used in titles of books to indicate the book is meant for a beginner. At universities with four-digit course numbers, the equivalent course number is 1001 or 1010.
The number of keys on a standard PC alphanumeric keyboard, including 12 or so function keys, cursor keys, and a numeric keypads and various other additions to the QWERTY typewriter keyboard.
According to Books in Print, more books are now published with a title that begins with '101' than '100'. They usually describe or discuss a list of items, such as 101 ways to ... or 101 questions and answers about .... This marketing tool is used to imply that the customer is given a little extra information beyond books that include only 100 items. Some books have taken this marketing scheme even further with titles that begin with '102', '103', or '1001'.