Installing the Windows Desktop Update

When you install Internet Explorer 4.0 on top of Windows 95, you can choose to install a component called the Windows Desktop Update, which dramatically alters the Windows interface. If you're familiar with the original Windows 95 interface, you will notice the following changes when you install the Windows Desktop Update:

  • An enhanced taskbar includes a new Quick Launch toolbar and changes in the way taskbar buttons work.

  • An enhanced Start menu, with a new menu item for Web Favorites plus new options on the Find menu; it also gives you the capability to edit or rearrange program shortcuts directly.

  • New folder and desktop options, including a choice of single-click or double-click navigation.

  • Many, many small ...

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