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Using the desktop
Using the desktop
The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon.
Desktop elements
Description
The taskbar is the bar at the bottom of the computer display containing the
Start button on the left and a clock on the right. Other buttons on the taskbar
represent programs that are running.
Click a program's button on the taskbar to open the program's window.
The Start button provides access to programs, files, help for Windows and
other programs, and computer tools and utilities.
Click the Start button, then open a file or program by clicking an item on
the menu that opens.
The Recycle Bin is where files, folders, and programs that you discarded
are stored. You must empty the Recycle Bin to permanently delete them from
your computer. For instructions on how to use the Recycle Bin, see
"Deleting
files and folders" on page
11.
The Windows Security Center icon may appear on the taskbar near the clock.
The icon changes appearance to notify you when the security settings on
your computer are set below the recommended value or when updates are
available. Double-click this icon to open the Windows Security Center. For
more information, see
"Modifying security settings" on page
91.
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