Toshiba P15-S470 User Manual page 119

Getting to Know the Windows ® XP Operating System
Icons
An icon represents a folder, file, or program that can be
quickly activated by double-clicking on it.
You can create a new desktop icon for any folder, file, or
program by dragging the element's icon from its location in a
window to the desktop area.
The icons initially displayed on your system desktop include:
Toshiba Access—Opens a window with links to software
updates, services and support, and other important benefits.
Recycle Bin—Holds files you've deleted using the Windows
Explorer. You may retrieve these files until you empty the
Recycle Bin.
Your desktop may contain other icons depending on your
configuration. See Windows
for more specific information on each icon and how to use it.
Start button
You use the Start button to:
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Start programs
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Access Microsoft
update information
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Open recently accessed documents
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Adjust system settings
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Search for files
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Access Windows Help and Support Center
❖
Run programs
❖
Suspend system activity and shut down the computer
For more information on starting programs, see
Starting programs" on page
Lesson 1: Exploring the desktop
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