Need to add "TASKBARS" (MSese for "Launchpads", "Docks" NOT "Toolbars"


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    Windows 7 Enterprise 6.1 Service Pack 1
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    Need to add "TASKBARS" (MSese for "Launchpads", "Docks" NOT "Toolbars"


    My office just upgraded, and I can no longer use Windows XP. On this system, I was able to add a separate taskbar to facilitate quick access to commonly-browsed folder locations on our vast network, and another one expedited the launching of useful programs and lists. Each task on each taskbar was represented with a big custom icon to save eye strain. I had them installed in opposite vertical margins, and they were set on auto-hide to keep them out of the way when not being used. Just move your mouse pointer to the left or right margin, and BAM! Sorry for the cliche, but I really got used to the convenience of what I had set up, and I just don't think I can be as efficient without anything comparable.

    Now there appears to be nothing comparable in the Windows 7 GUI, and it's making me sick with rage! I see only the option to put a "toolbar" on an existing "taskbar", and no option to create any additional taskbars! This cramps up your one-and-only taskbar, plus the tiny toolbar access buttons require way too much precision for anything that's supposed to be quick. When you've figured out how to bring up that ridiculous button, the list that it yields is small enough to cause painful eyestrain - nothing efficient, much less cool about this at all! I have seen customization options in other OS GUIs that may have resolved some of these issues, but I see none such in W7.

    I have tried every google search string that I can think of, and found no answer that deals with anything other than adding that stupid toolbar to the only taskbar that Microsoft will allow you in W7. So If I'm wrong and have missed some options, how do I access them? Otherwise, I'm hoping there are developers who know what I am talking about, and have software to enable the creation of separate taskbars/launchpads. Can anybody help with either?
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    Windows 10 Pro X64
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