| A computer desk may be considered as an | | | | well as extra shelves for storing other computer |
| ergonomic desk, since it is designed for comfort and | | | | hardware. |
| functionality. A basic desks aesthetically combines | | | | It also come in different makes, shapes and sizes. A |
| different kinds of furniture pieces to make up a single | | | | wood computer desk perfectly fits a home office |
| working space, while keeping as much functionality in a | | | | because of it looks like regular house furniture, while |
| limited space. Its primary purpose is to house or even | | | | fiberglass or plastic desks are common in most offices |
| conceal computers, keyboards, cables and other | | | | and industrial settings. More sophisticated designs use |
| related equipment, therefore keeping the office or | | | | clear glass and metal frames for aesthetics and |
| home space uncluttered. | | | | stability. There are different desk shapes and sizes. An |
| A common form of computer desks contains a basic | | | | L-shaped structure is common for a corner desk while |
| desktop space, wide enough to store the computer | | | | a U-shaped structure is common for a shared |
| monitor and provide a free space for handwriting, and | | | | workspace. |
| a keyboard tray that slides in and out. A typical home | | | | It usually comes with different additions to maximize its |
| computer desk has an armoire desk, wide enough to | | | | functionality. A computer chair is the most common |
| hold the monitor, mouse, speakers and keyboard, while | | | | add-on to the desk. These kinds of chairs are |
| office desks often have cubicle desk designs that | | | | designed for mobility, so that the different components |
| have shelves, trays, as well as cable holes, used for | | | | of the computer desk are within easy reach. Other |
| routing the different power sources. Other designs | | | | forms may have additional adjustable trays, shelves |
| have built in drawers and cabinets for file storage, as | | | | and drawers. |