38Chapter 2Using Windows 8Using AppsAn App refers to an application program (hereafter referred to asan App). In a larger sense, it refers to all the software programsinstalled on the operating system.Windows 8 provides basic Apps for frequently performed tasks.Starting/Exiting an AppClick on an App in the Start screen to activate it.To exit the App1 Move your mouse pointer to the top of the screen.Your mouse pointer changes to a hand shape.2 Click and hold your mouse button and then drag it to thebottom of the screen. The App moves downward anddisappears and exits.12Using AppsYou can use the following function with the mouse.Displaying Currently Running App(s)1 Move your mouse pointer to the top left corner of the screento display the last run App.2 Then, move your mouse pointer down to display a list of thecurrently running Apps in order.