デスクトップ

ですくとっぷ
noun
desktop; desktop computer
technology
1. desktop computer
A personal computer designed for stationary use on a desk, as opposed to a laptop.
デスクトップパソコン()った
I bought a desktop computer.
ゲームデスクトップほう()いている
A desktop is better suited for gaming.
I use a desktop at work, but a laptop at home.
2. desktop; computer screen background
The main screen of a computer operating system where icons, files, and shortcuts are displayed.
I saved the file to the desktop.
I changed the desktop wallpaper.
My desktop is cluttered with icons.

A loanword from English "desktop." In Japanese, it functions both as a type of computer and as the screen workspace, just as in English. The abbreviated form デスクトップ is sometimes shortened further to just デスク in casual tech conversation, but this can be confused with the furniture meaning.

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