When you click Start, choose "All Apps" at the bottom-left of the start menu. This should include all Windows programs and programs you have installed yourself. Some of the basic Windows programs from Windows 7 are located in the "Windows Accessories" folder or the "Windows System" folder, among others. More @Wikipedia
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