To re-create the Show desktop icon yourself, follow these steps:
Command=2
IconFile=explorer.exe,3
[Taskbar]
Command=ToggleDesktop
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Right click on an empty space on the desktop, go to "View" & click on "Small Icons"
Close button
It's called the 'reduce down' button - or 'minimise' button. It's shown as a small button with a horizontal line on it.
To reduce screen flicker on Windows 7, first check your monitor's refresh rate by right-clicking on the desktop, selecting "Screen resolution," then clicking "Advanced settings." In the "Monitor" tab, choose a higher refresh rate from the dropdown menu if available. Additionally, ensure that your graphics drivers are up to date by visiting the manufacturer's website or using Windows Update. Lastly, consider adjusting the display settings or resolution to see if that alleviates the flicker.
While both Windows 7 Professional and Windows XP enable you to multi-task more effortlessly, browse the Web easily, and communicate and share information, Windows 7 Professional offers additional productivity features for small business, such as:Aero features like Snap, Shake, and Peek are part of a redesigned desktop experience that helps you get more done in less time, working easily and intuitivelyWindows Taskbar offers new tools that can shave seconds or even minutes off your daily tasks with fast window previews, customization, and moreSteps Recorder enables users to record step-by-step processes to create training tools or document problems for IT support staffWindows XP Mode can help you run older productivity software that would not otherwise run on Windows 7 Professional so you can get the most from your business software investments and reduce the potential for downtime
Windows 7 Professional is designed to help unlock any limited functionality businesses may experience and significantly reduce error messages, Windows 7 Professional offers a new feature, Windows XP Mode. Designed with small businesses in mind, Windows XP Mode works with Windows 7 Professional to extend the lifecycle of your existing software, such as accounting, inventory, and other line-of-business applications. Windows XP Mode does not require hardware virtualization technology to run, and can enable you to run existing or older applications right from the Windows 7 Professional desktop. With Windows XP Mode, you can get the most from your business software investments and reduce the potential for downtime when using business-critical legacy applications.
Insulating your windows can help reduce energy loss, improve indoor comfort, and lower heating and cooling costs. It can also reduce outside noise and condensation buildup on the windows.
double glazing windows, no open windows
Short of replacing the windows or heavy curtains, not much you can do...
Open the windows