Dell Inspiron 300m Troubleshooting Guide download pdf (Page 52)

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l Search helps you locate files and folders on your computer or network.

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l Run displays a window to start a program or open a file with a command.

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l Log Off logs off the current user so that a new user can log on to the computer.

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l Turn Off Computer provides options for shutting down and restarting the computer and placing the computer in a power management mode. If the

computer is running the Microsoft®Windows®XP Professional operating system and is connected to a domain, different options appear in the Shut

Down window.

Taskbar

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The taskbar contains the Start button on the left and the notification area on the right. When you open a program, a button for that program appears on the

taskbar. You can click the buttons to move between open programs. If the taskbar runs out of space, the Microsoft®Windows®XP operating system groups

multiple instances of the same program on a single taskbar button.

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You can add toolbars to the taskbar to provide quick access to programs or links. To add or remove toolbars, including Quick Launch and Links:

1. Right-click an empty spot on the taskbar and point to Toolbars.

2. Click the toolbar that you want to add or remove.

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Notification Area

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The notification area contains icons that provide quick access to utilities and computer functions, such as the computer clock and printer status. The Microsoft

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Windows®XP operating system hides notification area icons that are not frequently used. Click the icon to view hidden icons.

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To prevent Windows XP from hiding your notification area icons:

1. Right-click an empty spot on the taskbar and click Properties.

2. Ensure that Hide inactive icons is not checked.

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Recycle Bin

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When you delete a file, it moves to the Recycle Bin, where you can later retrieve it.

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To permanently remove files from your computer, empty the Recycle Bin.

Control Panel

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The Control Panel contains tools for changing how the Microsoft®Windows®XP operating system looks and works. To access the Control Panel:

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