Chapter 2: Using Windows XP8Identifying window itemsWhen you double-click the icon for a drive, folder, file, or program, a window opens on the desktop.This example shows the Local Disk (C:) window, which opens after you double-click theLocal Disk (C:) icon in the My Computer window.Every program window looks a little different because each has its own menus, icons, and controls.Most windows include these items:HelpFor more information about windows, click Start, then click Help and Support. Typewindow in the Search box, then press E NTER.Window item DescriptionThe title bar is the horizontal bar at thetop of a window that shows the windowtitle.Clicking the minimize button reduces theactive window to a button on the taskbar.Clicking the program button in thetaskbar opens the window again.Clicking the maximize button expands theactive window to fit the entire computerdisplay. Clicking the maximize buttonagain restores the window to its formersize.Clicking the close button closes the activewindow or program.Clicking an item on the menu bar starts anaction such as Print or Save.MinimizeMaximizeCloseTitle barMenu bar
