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[[Image:DZero Control.jpg|thumb|Computer desks in a [[Fermilab]] control room]] |
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[[Image:PC-Arbeitsplatz fast horizontal.JPG|thumb|An uncommon [[office]] computer desk with the screen under the top]] |
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[[Image:ComputerDesk.JPG|thumb|The top of a typical home computer desk]] |
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The '''computer desk''' and related '''ergonomic desk''' are [[furniture]] pieces designed to comfortably and aesthetically provide a working surface and house or conceal office equipment including [[computers]], [[peripherals]] and cabling for [[office]] and [[home-office]] users. |
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==Computer desk== |
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A '''Computer desk''' is any modern [[desk]] form built specifically to support or contain a [[computer]] and/or its components and to facilitate work on it by a user or users. |
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The most common form of the computer desk is an ergonomic variant of the office desk, which has an adjustable ''{{visible anchor|keyboard tray}}'' and sufficient desktop space for handwriting. Provisions for a monitor shelf and holes for routing cables are integrated in the design, making it easier to connect the computer components together. The typical [[armoire desk]] provides space for a [[computer keyboard|keyboard]], [[computer mouse|mouse]], [[computer display|monitor]], [[computer printer|printer]] and [[computer speaker|speaker]]s. [[Cubicle desk]] designs for business and government workplaces include a range of shelves, trays and cable-routing holes for computer systems. In some computer desks, the cabling is affixed to the [[modesty panel]] at the back of the desk, to create a neater appearance. |
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There are a great variety of computer desk shapes and forms. Large multiple student computer desks configured in rows are designed to house dozens of computer systems while facilitating wiring, general maintenance, theft prevention and vandalism reduction. Small rolling [[lectern desk]]s or computer carts with tiny desktops provide just enough room for a laptop computer and a mouse pad. Computer desks are typically mass-produced and require some [[RTA furniture|self-assembly]]. |
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The computer itself is normally a separate element from the desk, even if it can take some time to dissociate computer and desk given the number of system cables that can get entangled with parts of the desk. Only a few contemporary computers are actually designed to be built within a desk made specially for them, like the British iDesk. They are then not removable and more precisely not distinguishable from it. Many experimental projects or concepts of the [[Office of the future]] often feature completely integrated desk-and-computer work spaces. |
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The computer itself is normally separate from the desk, which is designed to hold a typically sized computer, monitor and accessories. Cabling must be routed through the channels and access openings by the user or installer. A small number of computers are built within a desk made specially for them, like the British ''i-desk''. Various proposals for the "[[Office of the future]]" suggested other integrated designs, but these have not been taken up. |
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The most common form of contemporary computer desk is a simple variant of the [[Ergonomic desk]], in the sense that it has, at the very least, an adjustable keyboard tray and sufficient desktop space for handwriting by a single user. Provisions are also frequently made for a monitor shelf and holes are integrated in the design to make it easier to wire all the computer components together. The typical [[Armoire desk]], for instance, is usually sold with these features, or more, while the better of the many [[Cubicle desk]] designs existing all have holes and trays and shelves at the right places for computer systems. |
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A rolling '''chair table''' configuration offers mobility and improved access in situations where a desk is not convenient. [[Wiktionary:Gyratory|Gyratory]] computer tables can be used over a bed. Modular computer tables separate [[user interface]] elements from the computing and network connection, allowing more placement flexibility. The modules are connected via [[Personal area network|wireless]] technology. |
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There is a seemingly endless variety of computer desk shapes and forms. At one extreme in the size scale some furniture suppliers catering to educational institutions offer huge multi-student computer desk rows made to support and/or contain dozens or hundreds of computer system elements in novel ways in order (in theory) to facilitate general maintenance, prevent theft and/or vandalism and make wiring easier. At another extreme in the size scale several manufacturers offer rolling [[Lectern desk]]s or computer carts with a tiny desktop, with just enough room for a laptop computer and a mouse pad. |
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On the production scale one finds at one extreme original looking computer desks adapted individually from old upright [[piano]]s by local crafts persons. At the other extreme [[office]] furniture sold by many [[Self-assembly furniture]] companies are usually produced in batches of thousands or more. |
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The ergonomic desk is a modern [[desk]] form which, like the adjustable [[drawing table]] or drafting table, offers mechanical adjustments for the placement of its elements in order to maximize user comfort and efficiency. The ergonomic desk is usually a "stand-alone" piece of furniture allowing access to the adjustment mechanisms. Some ergonomic desks have a sufficiently large desktop height adjustment to create either a common "sit-down" desk or a less common [[standing desk]], which allows the user to work while standing. The ergonomic desk is usually a close companion to the ergonomic [[chair]]. |
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The ergonomic desk originated with the beginning of the field of human factors or [[ergonomics]] after World War II. Legislation stating minimal requirements for furniture used by office workers referred to ergonomic desk standards. |
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The desk area should be deep enough to accommodate a monitor placed at least 20 inches away from your eyes.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/computerworkstations/checklist_purchasing_guide.html |title=Computer Workstations eTool |publisher= United States Department of Labor |access-date=2020-01-18}}</ref> |
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==Health and safety== |
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[[File:Computer Workstation Variables.jpg|right|thumb|Diagram modeling a positioning scheme for seating, viewing, and hand placement]] |
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Some research has indicated that the placement of computer desks in an office environment can influence workers' happiness and productivity.<ref>{{Cite journal |
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| last1 = De Croon | first1 = E. |
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| last2 = Sluiter | first2 = J. |
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| last3 = Kuijer | first3 = P. P. |
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| last4 = Frings-Dresen | first4 = M. |
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| title = The effect of office concepts on worker health and performance: A systematic review of the literature |
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| doi = 10.1080/00140130512331319409 |
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| journal = Ergonomics |
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| volume = 48 |
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| issue = 2 |
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| pages = 119–134 |
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| year = 2005 |
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| pmid = 15764312 |
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| s2cid = 21812038 |
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}}</ref> Having an appropriate chair increases comfort and can reduce work-related injuries and pain.<ref>{{Cite journal |
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| last1 = Van Niekerk | first1 = S. M. |
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| last2 = Louw | first2 = Q. |
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| last3 = Hillier | first3 = S. |
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| title = The effectiveness of a chair intervention in the workplace to reduce musculoskeletal symptoms. A systematic review |
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| doi = 10.1186/1471-2474-13-145 |
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| journal = BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders |
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| volume = 13 |
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| pages = 145 |
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| year = 2012 |
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| pmid = 22889123 |
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| pmc =3552974 |
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}}</ref> |
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==See also== |
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==References== |
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*Durfee, Charles. Build a Computer Desk. ''Fine Woodworking''. No. 164. July–August 2003. pp. 42–49. |
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*Lauziere, Stephen. A Laptop Computer desk Doubles as a Side Table. ''Fine Woodworking''. No. 133. July–August 2003. pp. 58–63. |
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*Grandjean, E. ''Ergonomics In Computerized Offices ''. CRC, 1986. PP 135–149 |
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Latest revision as of 17:10, 23 August 2024
The computer desk and related ergonomic desk are furniture pieces designed to comfortably and aesthetically provide a working surface and house or conceal office equipment including computers, peripherals and cabling for office and home-office users.
Computer desk
[edit]The most common form of the computer desk is an ergonomic variant of the office desk, which has an adjustable keyboard tray and sufficient desktop space for handwriting. Provisions for a monitor shelf and holes for routing cables are integrated in the design, making it easier to connect the computer components together. The typical armoire desk provides space for a keyboard, mouse, monitor, printer and speakers. Cubicle desk designs for business and government workplaces include a range of shelves, trays and cable-routing holes for computer systems. In some computer desks, the cabling is affixed to the modesty panel at the back of the desk, to create a neater appearance.
There are a great variety of computer desk shapes and forms. Large multiple student computer desks configured in rows are designed to house dozens of computer systems while facilitating wiring, general maintenance, theft prevention and vandalism reduction. Small rolling lectern desks or computer carts with tiny desktops provide just enough room for a laptop computer and a mouse pad. Computer desks are typically mass-produced and require some self-assembly.
The computer itself is normally separate from the desk, which is designed to hold a typically sized computer, monitor and accessories. Cabling must be routed through the channels and access openings by the user or installer. A small number of computers are built within a desk made specially for them, like the British i-desk. Various proposals for the "Office of the future" suggested other integrated designs, but these have not been taken up.
A rolling chair table configuration offers mobility and improved access in situations where a desk is not convenient. Gyratory computer tables can be used over a bed. Modular computer tables separate user interface elements from the computing and network connection, allowing more placement flexibility. The modules are connected via wireless technology.
Ergonomic desk
[edit]The ergonomic desk is a modern desk form which, like the adjustable drawing table or drafting table, offers mechanical adjustments for the placement of its elements in order to maximize user comfort and efficiency. The ergonomic desk is usually a "stand-alone" piece of furniture allowing access to the adjustment mechanisms. Some ergonomic desks have a sufficiently large desktop height adjustment to create either a common "sit-down" desk or a less common standing desk, which allows the user to work while standing. The ergonomic desk is usually a close companion to the ergonomic chair.
The ergonomic desk originated with the beginning of the field of human factors or ergonomics after World War II. Legislation stating minimal requirements for furniture used by office workers referred to ergonomic desk standards.
The desk area should be deep enough to accommodate a monitor placed at least 20 inches away from your eyes.[1]
Health and safety
[edit]
Some research has indicated that the placement of computer desks in an office environment can influence workers' happiness and productivity.[2] Having an appropriate chair increases comfort and can reduce work-related injuries and pain.[3]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "Computer Workstations eTool". United States Department of Labor. Retrieved 2020-01-18.
- ^ De Croon, E.; Sluiter, J.; Kuijer, P. P.; Frings-Dresen, M. (2005). "The effect of office concepts on worker health and performance: A systematic review of the literature". Ergonomics. 48 (2): 119–134. doi:10.1080/00140130512331319409. PMID 15764312. S2CID 21812038.
- ^ Van Niekerk, S. M.; Louw, Q.; Hillier, S. (2012). "The effectiveness of a chair intervention in the workplace to reduce musculoskeletal symptoms. A systematic review". BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders. 13: 145. doi:10.1186/1471-2474-13-145. PMC 3552974. PMID 22889123.
- Durfee, Charles. Build a Computer Desk. Fine Woodworking. No. 164. July–August 2003. pp. 42–49.
- Lauziere, Stephen. A Laptop Computer desk Doubles as a Side Table. Fine Woodworking. No. 133. July–August 2003. pp. 58–63.
- Grandjean, E. Ergonomics In Computerized Offices . CRC, 1986. PP 135–149
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