Left command key does not work

Hi all,
I have problems with my left command key. I have had my computer for 1 year now - the fan wasn't working so I reset the PRAM, didn't work so sent it to the Apple technicians who replaced the fan. Since then, I am unable to combine the left command key with any of the 3rd keyboard row keys such as "C", "V", "N" or "X". Consequently I cannot copy, paste or get a new window. It occurs with all applications. The right command key works fine. The top and middle keyboard rows work fine with the left command key. Is this a software problem or should I return it to the Apple technician?
Thanks,
Vincent.

Take it back. They either haven't got the keyboard connected in right when they put it back together, or there is problem with the keyboard itself.
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