Windows - Desktop

● Whats on the selected background

● My Computer

● My Documents

● Recycle Bin

● Application shortcuts

● Files and Folders (creates clutter)

● Task Bar by default is on the bottom

● Start Menu button

● Quick Launch icons

● Task icons for open applications

● Notification area

Windows Desktop Display

Right Click Menu● Arrange desktop icons by:

– Name– Size– Type– Modification Date– Auto Arrange keeps them aligned even when moved

● Create a New– Folder– Short cut– Empty application file

● Change Properties– Themes– Desktop background– Screen saver– Monitor settings

Windows Desktop Menu

Start Button● Access to all applications via “All Programs”● Direct access to system items/programs● Direst access to selected applications● Direct access to most recently used applications● Log Off● Stand By, Turn Off and Restart