Taskbar

In Windows, you manage your open programs with the task bar.

A Windows XP taskbar containing the Start button, QuickLaunch bar, and tiles of the currently open programs.

Many options are available if you right-click on an empty section of the taskbar (if the taskbar is completely full, right-clicking on the clock on the far right has the same effect).

The taskbar is usually located at the bottom of the screen, but you can move it to any edge you want by right-clicking on the bar, making sure Lock the Taskbar is not selected, and clicking and dragging it to where you'd like it.