Microsoft's first take on the Start menu (below) grouped all the PC's program files, documents, settings and power management in one place. Windows XP, Vista and 7: Microsoft redesigned the Start ...

It also reels in features of Windows Vista and XP at ... start menu with multiple styles and skins Quick access to recent, frequently-used, or pinned programs Find programs, settings, files ...

When you see the Format dialog box, leave all the default settings as they are ... Now, select the Safe Mode item from the menu and press [Enter]. Once Windows XP boots into Safe mode, click ...