No taskbar ? That means you also do not have the Start button, and the clock ?
If that is so, rest your mouse pointer at the bottom edge of the screen such that the pointer turns into a two headed arrow. At this point, left click your mouse and slowly drag up. It takes a bit of practice. To prevent it disappearing again, you can lock it--right click the task bar and make your option at the pop up menu.
My IBM laptop doesn't have a taskbar. I've tired to click on the program but the program doesn't work. What should I do?

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