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7 Days with Windows 7 – Day 5

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photo credit: robertrazrblog

On Day 1, I briefly pointed out some differences in the new Windows 7 taskbar. However, after using Windows 7 for a few days, the taskbar changes are significant enough that I wanted to focus on it for today’s video.

The major changes, that I think work quite well, include:

  • Revamped program launcher that includes the new Windows 7 Quick Pick List
  • The new program launcher also doubles as the taskbar indicator when the program is open.
  • Program launcher also indicates all open web tabs/windows and program open documents (for supported applications)
  • The task tray (where your clock is) has changed and is now known as the Notification Area.
  • New “Show Desktop” button and functionality.