Dell Inspiron DCSLF Setup Manual

23Using Your Inspiron DesktopCustomizing the DesktopYou can customize your desktop to change theappearance, resolution, wallpaper, screensaver,or other features of your desktop.To customize your desktop:Windows VistaRight‑click an open area of the desktop.1.Click2. Personalize, to open the Personalizeappearance and sounds window and learnmore about your customization options.Windows 7Right‑click an open area of the desktop.1.Click2. Personalize, to open the Changethe visuals and sounds on your computerwindow and learn more about yourcustomization options.Customizing Your Energy SettingsYou can use the power options in your operatingsystem to configure the power settings on yourcomputer. The Microsoft® Windows® operatingsystem installed on your Dell computer providesthe following options:Balanced/Dell Recommended• — Offers fullperformance when you need it and savespower during periods of inactivity.Power saver• — Saves power on yourcomputer by reducing system performanceto maximize the life of the computer and byreducing the amount of energy consumed byyour computer over its lifetime.High performance• — Provides the highestlevel of system performance on yourcomputer by adapting processor speedto your activity and by maximizing systemperformance.