It controls the functions of a computer along with the software applications which run on it. It also controls the interface between software, hardware, and the user. Multitasking means that the operating system can run more than one program at the same time. If so, this tutorial can be used as a handy reference. The Windows 98 Desktop uses icons to represent various software applications and computer functions.
Icons are little pictures that graphically represent various programs and functions.
Just double-click on an icon to activate the program or function you want. The Start Button allows access to the Start Menu. The Start Menu allows you to access application programs, search for files and programs, manipulate control settings, select documents, get help, choose favorite files and folders, suspend the computer, and shutdown the computer. The mouse allows us to navigate easily around Windows screen. Moving the mouse around the mouse pad enables us to position the cursor to select a specific program or function.