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Windows XP Screen Layout
Desktop
If you turn on the computer, the Desktop will appear. The Desktop is the work space (screen) of a computer and is
configured as follows:
Note
The screen layout may differ depending on the computer model and the operating system.
Start button
Press the start button.
The Start menu appears.
Taskbar
Currently running programs are
displayed here.
Shortcut Icons
You can launch
programs by clicking
the shortcut icons on
the Desktop.
Recycle Bin
You can drop useless
files and folders here.
System Tray with Clock
Shows some running program icons.
Icons not being used are hidden. If you
click the arrow mark on the left, you can
view hidden icons.
Start Menu
The menu from
which you can launch
programs.
Language Bar
Switches text input
language.