The Start menu
In
the bottom left-hand corner of the Windows screen is a button labeled
“start”. This button displays a menu that gives you access to many of
the computer’s features. Once the start menu is opened, all you have to
do is highlight what you want and more options will appear. Here, we
will discuss the many features and uses of the Start menu from top to
bottom.
Classic View Start Menu Start Menu
· All Programs
This
prompt will open another menu filled with more options. These options
are all programs that the computer can run. To see what the Programs
menu has to offer, refer to the Programs page.
· My Documents
This item allows you to temporarily store saved works.
· Control Panel
This
item access to Network Connections; Printers and Faxes; and Taskbar and
Start Menu. Through these options you can customize the
appearance and functions of your computer.
· Search
This menu allows you to find anything on the computer or on the internet.
· Help and Support
This
feature will open the Windows Help and Support Menu. To use this
feature, refer to the Help Option section of level 1.
· Run
This item allows you to run programs located on a disk, CD, or on the Internet.
· Log Off
This allows you to log off the computer, ( It is not important for use in your own home or in acomputer lab)
