Description

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Desktop apps are software programs that interact with the operating system instead of web-based or mobile apps. They can be any program so long as they run on a desktop computer and provide a user interface for input and output. Desktop applications are usually used in one place but might have a “system tray” icon that remains visible on the screen. The term is also used to define an app that runs only on the desktop rather than being available through a browser or other means. Some desktop applications like word processing and media players allow you to perform different tasks, while others, such as gaming apps, are developed for entertainment.