Desktop vs. Laptop

Desktopnoun

The top surface of a desk.

Desktopnoun

(computing) A desktop computer.

Desktopnoun

The main graphical user interface of an operating system, usually displaying icons, windows and background wallpaper.

Desktopadjective

Designed for use on a desk or similar piece of furniture.

Desktopadjective

(computing) Of an application, designed to be run on a personal computer.

Desktopnoun

the top of a desk

Desktopnoun

(computer science) the area of the screen in graphical user interfaces against which icons and windows appear

Laptopnoun

(computing) A laptop computer.

Laptopnoun

a portable computer small enough to use in your lap

Laptop

A laptop, laptop computer, or notebook computer is a small, portable personal computer (PC) with a screen and alphanumeric keyboard. These typically have a form factor, typically having the screen mounted on the inside of the upper lid and the keyboard on the inside of the lower lid, although 2-in-1 PCs with a detachable keyboard are often marketed as laptops or as having a Laptops are folded shut for transportation, and thus are suitable for mobile use.