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Windows Vista
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Windows Vista
operating system features include a Desktop with room to manoeuvre, a
taskbar for quick access to a variety of system functions, state-of-the-art plug-and-play
support, powerful system utilities, enhanced entertainment features and a fully integrated
Internet experience.
Among the new features are:
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Windows
Explorer – Windows
windows now are 3-paned, with extra information and functionality in the middle window.
Preview Applet – For viewing and editing images. An enhanced Preview Applet is included
that lets you view, zoom in and out, rotate, print, save (as), and delete images. This is
supported by the Windows
Desktop Icons
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With Windows Vista
Recycle Bin – Gives you a container in which to put and discard unwanted files or allows you
to restore these same files back to their original location.
Taskbar Icons
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With Windows Vista
an icon and display its function. Right-click on the icon to display its menu options, or double-
click on the icon to launch it.
Right click an empty area of the taskbar and select Properties to recognise the taskbar.
For more information, please refer to: Windows Vista
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Tips for Using Windows Vista
The quick launch on the left hand side of the taskbar can be hidden or active. The notification
area on the right hand side of the taskbar can be easily configured, for instance, to hide icons
that are not used frequently. Some hardware items or software titles will place a small icon in
this area, allowing you to easily recognise and control their settings or status (examples are
virus scanners, printers, PC cards).
The following icons* normally appear in the notification area:
Time Clock – Allows you to adjust the time and date, select your time zone, and offers the
option to automatically synchronise the time with an Internet time server.
For more information about the Desktop and taskbar icons, refer to the Windows Vista
help. To do this, click on Start button
Depending on the version of Windows Vista
deactivated certain programs, the icons described here may differ slightly and/or may be
accompanied by others.
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Explorer has also had its functionality expanded. Explorer
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Bitmap, JPEG, GIF, TIF and PNG formats.
, the following icons* are installed on your Desktop:
, a number of icons appear on the taskbar. Use the cursor to hover over
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in this Electronic User's Guide.
, and select Help and Support.
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