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Screenshot of the default Windows Me desktop, showing the Start menu

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Windows Me

Screenshot demonstrates a typical Windows Me desktop and is used for educational purpose

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History of Microsoft Windows

Screenshot demonstrates a typical Windows Me desktop and is used for educational purpose

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Windows 9x

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