I'm using the sidebar for now to see the benefits. It does provide certain people a quick access to some info. These example are from Microsoft, "If you're working in a file and need to make a few quick calculations, you can use the Calculator gadget without having to open or close any windows on the desktop. Or suppose you're working on a document, and you decide you want to see the latest news headlines. Normally, you would have to stop work on the document, open a new web browser window, find a news website, and then look through the headlines.
U can download other add on gadgets as well, for example the google gadget search box. U can keep ur sidebar on top or behind other windows. Right click an empty space of the sidebar and check or uncheck the button titled "Sidebar is always on top of other windows". |