Gateway 710x User Guide

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Using the desktop
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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