desktop

• Nom désignant l'écran principal ou l'espace de travail d'un ordinateur, ou un ordinateur conçu pour être posé sur un bureau.

A noun referring to the main screen or workspace of a computer, or a computer designed to be used on a desk.

1. Computer screen areaA2formalIT

   The main screen area of a computer that displays icons, folders, and the background.

   Bureau de l'ordinateur

   • I saved the file directly to my desktop.
   • Her desktop is cluttered with shortcuts and folders.
   • You can change the wallpaper on your desktop.

   Synonymesworkspace

2. Type of computerA2formalIT

   A personal computer designed to be used at a desk, typically with a separate monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

   Ordinateur de bureau

   • He prefers a desktop over a laptop for gaming.
   • The office is equipped with new desktops for all employees.
   • Desktops usually offer more processing power than laptops.

   Synonymesdesktop computerpersonal computer

   Antonymeslaptopnotebooktablet