I've seen several threads relating to XP-like taskbar grouping (kudos to Infopop, the search is much improved from my last visit to these fora), and have tried pretty much all the apps recommended ...

As for why I like so many windows, it's because it affords fast, easy access to them all thanks to their static position on the taskbar (and not hidden in some secondary menu that I need to wait for ...

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