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When one isn't enough: an analysis of virtual desktop usage strategies and their implications for design

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When one isn't enough: an analysis of virtual desktop usage strategies and their implications for design
Screen space is a limited resource for computer users-multiple monitors are one means of workspace expansion, and "virtual desktops" are yet another way to increase screen real-estate. We present a taxonomy of organization strategies based on our observations during a series of interviews with virtual desktop users. Additionally, we explore causes of varying user preferences for physical versus virtual means of screen-space expansion. Finally, we discuss the design implications of our findings. Keywords Virtual desktops, multiple monitors, information organization.
Meredith Ringel
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Type Conference
Year 2003
Where CHI
Authors Meredith Ringel
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