Using The Windows Desktop - Gateway computer User Manual

Using the Windows desktop

After your computer starts, the first screen you see is the Windows desktop. The desktop is like
the top of a real desk. Think of the desktop as your personalized work space where you open
programs and perform other tasks.
Support. Type Windows desktop in the Search box, then press E
Your desktop may be different from this example, depending on how your computer is set up.
The desktop contains the taskbar, the Start button, and the Recycle Bin icon.
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For more information about the Windows desktop,
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
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
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click Start, then click Help and
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