desktop

<operating system>

1. In a WIMP graphical user interface, the visual representation of a real desktop (the top surface of a piece of furniture) with documents, folders and a rubbish bin arranged on it. The user manipulates files on the computer by using a mouse to click and drag their representations (icons) on the desktop.

The WIMP interface and desktop metaphor was invented at Xerox PARC and popularised by the Apple Macintosh.

<computer>

2. desktop computer.

Last updated: 2007-09-12

Nearby terms:

desk check ♦ desktop ♦ desktop database ♦ Desktop Management Interface

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