The linchpin for the operation of the PC has been the so-called Start Menu since Windows 95. This is how you start programs, for example to process texts, print an image, access your stored data or Windows settings for your system. The new Start Menu is extended with some useful features. Some will now think that you can no longer use everything you have seen and learned – but far from it. The programmers have made every effort to make starting and navigating in XP as efficient and easy as a user would like. Also visually one has obviously implemented the experience values of the last versions well. XP presents itself with a souped and brightly colored surface. It really is an experience, and it is again really fun to work with Windows.
The start menu, as you can easily see, is now divided into four areas:
Header area: In order not to lose track, the name of the active user can be seen in the header of the start menu. This area is new and serves as orientation, because Windows XP can now work with several users in parallel.
Middle left column: In the left column, in addition to easy access to the Internet and email, you also get quick access to the most used programs.
Middle area right column: In the right half, elements such as workstation, own pictures, own files, own music, etc. find their place. This half is the most similar to the classic bar except for the visual improvement of the symbols.
Foot area: This area is also new and replaces the classic Start/End command. Here you will find the log off and turn off commands.