Knowra Windows 95 Windows 95 Windows 95 is a 1995 Microsoft operating system that combined a graphical desktop with substantial compatibility for DOS software. It introduced the Start menu and taskbar to mainstream Windows.
MS-DOS : MS-DOS is a command-line operating system for personal computers, originally developed by Microsoft. Windows 95 retained DOS startup and compatibility features while presenting a graphical environment.
Start menu : The Start menu is a graphical menu for launching applications and accessing system functions in Windows. Windows 95 introduced the Start menu as a central route to programs, documents, and settings.
Chicago (Windows project) : Chicago was the development codename for Microsoft's planned successor to Windows 3.1, released as Windows 95. The project name identifies the development effort that produced Windows 95.
Start button : The Start button is a taskbar control that opens the Start menu in Windows. Its debut in Windows 95 made the button an enduring symbol of the Windows interface.
Windows 9x : Windows 9x is a family of Microsoft operating systems built around DOS compatibility and the Windows graphical interface. Windows 95 began the consumer operating-system family that continued with Windows 98 and Windows Me.
Taskbar : The taskbar is a desktop interface element that displays open applications and provides system controls. Windows 95 introduced the taskbar to show running programs and host the Start button.
Microsoft : Microsoft is an American technology company that develops software, services, and consumer devices. Microsoft designed, marketed, and released Windows 95 as its flagship consumer operating system.
Microsoft Internet Explorer : Microsoft Internet Explorer is a web browser developed by Microsoft. Windows 95 helped distribute Internet Explorer as Microsoft added web access to its software ecosystem.
Win32 : Win32 is the 32-bit application programming interface used by Microsoft Windows operating systems. Windows 95 added support for Win32 applications while preserving substantial support for 16-bit software.
Windows Explorer : Windows Explorer is the Windows file-management interface for browsing files, folders, and connected resources. Windows 95 introduced Explorer's integrated desktop and file-browsing model.
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