Tray icons act as a bridge between the user and processes that don't require a full window to operate. Their primary roles include:
Tray icons are often linked to the "Startup" folder or Registry keys. Security auditors often check the tray for unauthorized or unknown icons, as this is a primary vector for "nuisance" infections. tray icon
The concept of the tray icon was popularized (though not strictly invented) by Windows 95. Microsoft introduced the "Notification Area" on the taskbar. Its original intent was strictly for system notifications (hence the name), such as a printer job completing or a battery running low. Tray icons act as a bridge between the