Starting Applications from the Start Menu and Taskbar

Most of the work that you do on your computer consists of opening a program, using the program to create or modify a document, saving the document as a file, and then closing the program. Windows is designed to make these routine tasks as simple as possible.

This section describes the different methods for starting programs by using the Start menu, shortcuts, and the Windows Explorer. You also learn what to do if a program fails to start properly or locks up when you are using it.

Starting a Program from the Start Menu

The Start menu is the jumping-off point for most common Windows tasks. You can open the Start menu at any time, from within any program, with one mouse click. From the Start ...

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