Warren i think a lot is taken out but all the programs are hidden in the windows directory like calculator.
I think that the start bar might be functional in a later build (unless they want to make an ass out of themselfs

).
Once you get used to the interface it is ok and fairly fast.
I agree with the programs as blocks on the right hand side of the screen as soon as you go there (it looks messy).
I will use it and see what happens.
Martin.