Using the Operating System and Utilities 4-5Taskbar IconsWith Windows 98, a number of icons appear on the taskbar. Use the cursor to hoverover the icon and display its function, right click the icon to display its menu options,or double click the icon to launch it.The following icons normally appear on the left side of the Windows 98 taskbar.! Internet Explorer — Allows you to browse the Internet or view local HTML files.Also access Internet Explorer under Start, Programs, Internet Explorer.! Outlook Express — Provides your default email program with secure andpersonalized features for email and newsgroup communication. Also accessOutlook Express under Start, Programs, Internet Explorer.! Show Desktop — Minimizes all active screens to display your desktop.The following icons normally appear on the right side of the Windows 98 taskbar.! Task Scheduler — Enables you to schedule tasks, such as Disk Defragmenter, torun regularly. Also access Task Scheduler under Start, Programs, Accessories,System Tools, Scheduled Tasks.! Power Management Properties — Displays your current power source and totalremaining battery power. Access Power Management Properties under Start,Settings, Control Panel, Power Management.! Infrared Monitor — Allows you to enable, disable, and control the infraredcommunication on your notebook computer.! NEC VersaGlide — Allows you to adjust your VersaGlide (mouse) properties. Alsoaccess NEC VersaGlide under Start, Settings, Control Panel, Mouse.! SpeedStep Applet — Allows you to customize high-performance computing onyour notebook computer. Only appears on systems with a SpeedStep equippedprocessor.! Volume Control — Adjusts the volume and speaker balance when you play audiofiles. Also access Volume Control under Start, Programs, Accessories,Entertainment, Volume Control.! Time Clock — Allows you to adjust the time and date, rearrange active windows onyour desktop, create a new toolbar or customize your existing toolbar.For more information about the desktop and taskbar icons, refer to the Windows 98online help.
