create a shortcut to Task manager

The Task manager is not normally available from the programs list in the Start menu although you can create a shortcut there if you wish. One way to create a shortcut is to use Windows Explorer to find the file

       \Windows-->system32-->taskmgr.exe

Right-click on the file and choose "Send To- Desktop (Create Shortcut)".

 

If you like shortcuts on the Desktop, you can leave it there. Otherwise, move it to the folder of your choice in \Documents and Settings-->{User Name}-->Start Menu. If it is to be available to all users, move it to a folder in \Documents and Settings-->All Users-->Start Menu.

Note that Administrator rights are required to use some functions of Program Manager.