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Desktop Background (Wallpaper)
The image in the background of the icons is called desktop background or wallpaper.
The desktop also has some shortcut icons. A shortcut is a link to any item on the
computer, such as a program, file, folder, or printer. We just have to click on the
shortcut icon, and the associated program, file/folder opens up.
Taskbar
The long bar at the bottom of the desktop is called the Taskbar. It helps to manage various
currently active programs, opened in different windows. We can switch between these
programs by clicking their buttons on the taskbar. It also has the Start button, Clock and
Opened program.
Start button Opened programs Clock
Start Button
It is known as the gateway to Windows and its programs. It opens the Start
menu when we click on it.
Opened Programs
Opened programs are those which are currently
running. These are located as buttons on the taskbar.
The taskbar also contains shortcuts to open various programs.
Clock
Clock is present on the right side of the taskbar. It displays the current date and time.
Even if the computer is switched off, it keeps the date and time updated automatically
with the help of a small battery inside.
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