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What is the Windows desktop? The Windows desktop is your base of operations
for using your computer. It displays small pictures called "icons" that help you
access software, documents, and the components of your computer system.
What is the Windows desktop? The Windows desktop is your base of operations
for using your computer. It displays small pictures called "icons" that help you
access software, documents, and the components of your computer system.
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Personal computers are available as desktop computers, notebook computers, or
tablet computers, as shown in Figure 1-2. e the characteristics of desktop
computers? A desktop computer fits on a desk and runs on power from an
electrical ...
Personal computers are available as desktop computers, notebook computers, or
tablet computers, as shown in Figure 1-2. e the characteristics of desktop
computers? A desktop computer fits on a desk and runs on power from an
electrical ...
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These features make Linux a popular operating system for e-mail and Web
servers as well as for local area networks. Linux has been gaining popularity as a
desktop operating system, and some new personal computers now come
configured ...
These features make Linux a popular operating system for e-mail and Web
servers as well as for local area networks. Linux has been gaining popularity as a
desktop operating system, and some new personal computers now come
configured ...
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