User's Manual

Chapter 5: Introduction to Accessing Functions from the Back-end
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TheControlPanel
Figure 33: Control Panel screen
The Control Panel, also known as the Home page, is always accessible from the Home menu
option.
The Control Panel consists of four distinct areas:
MenuOptions:
The menu provides access to all the Back-end functions available. The menu and sub-menu
options displayed will vary according to your User status, i.e. Manager, Administrator, or Super
Administrator.
L Further Information: Appendix B – Back-end Menu Options
On the right hand, side there are buttons representing the number of private messages you have
, the number of logged on Users and a Logout link.