Using the Computer

Introducing the Basics

Windows Operating System

The operating system for your PC is Microsoft Windows XP. Windows displays the desktop on the monitor. The taskbar with the Start button appears at the edge of the desktop display.

Start Menu

Click the Start button to open the Start menu. Use this menu to:

Select programs or documents.

Open the Help and Support Centre.

Start a search.

 

Basics

Run a program.

Open the Control Panel to view or change

 

settings.

The Start menu also displays the buttons Log Off and Turn Off Computer. Click the Log Off button to end your current computer session and to switch between users. Click the Turn Off Computer button to turn off the computer or

to restart it.

Help and Support

To open the Help and Support Centre, press the Help button on your keyboard, or click Start on the taskbar and select Help and Support.

Help has information, tours, and tutorials. Help also has troubleshooting tools to assist you.

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