Components of Windows

It is the large background area of the windows screen

It is a special folder that provides a convenient place to store files and documents you create on your computer

Let you see everything on your computer

If you're on a network, this icon will appear on your desktop

stores all the files you delete from your computer. Can be used to retrieve files you deleted by accident.

Usually appears at the bottom of your screen, and contains the Start button, which you use to start your programs. Whenever you open a program, document, or window, an icon for that program appears on the taskbar. This lets you see which programs are currently running and easily switch between them.

Lets you quickly open your programs and documents. You can also use this to find files and change the settings for Windows.

It includes some active system software such as system date and time, network connection, volume controls, and shortcuts for some application.

move the mouse across a flat surface until the pointer on the desktop is positioned on the item.

Press and release the primary mouse button.