desktop wallpaper

A desktop wallpaper is a background image for a computer desktop. All modern operation systems come with personalization options. One of these options is to select a photo from the local computer system and make it the background image of the system.

This photo is then shown on the desktop at all times. Programs are available to shuffle through a series of photos automatically. The Windows 7 operating system for instance comes with an option to automatically cycle through multiple Windows 7 wallpapers.

Third party programs, often called wallpaper changers, exist as well that can change the desktop wallpaper using local images and even remote images hosted on popular photo hosting sites such as Flickr.

You'll find bloggers talking about desktop wallpapers at sites like Windows 7 News and Otaku Gadgets.

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• Free OSX Mavericks wallpaper

  
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  There were plenty of announcements at yesterday’s Apple WDDC keynote speech: the new Mac Pro; MacBook Airs; and of course, iOS7. But the announcement that seems to be universally well received is the new version of MacOS X, Mavericks. With lots of little tweaks, notably tags and tabs in the finder, improved ...
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• Dr Slump Vol 1 | Kult Book Covers Exhibition | Singapore 2013

  
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  Client: Kult 3D / Singapore Publication/Event: Kult Magazine Issue 11 / Exhibition ‘Book Covers’ theme “We asked over 50 designers, artists, illustrators and photographers to choose a book which has influenced them and shaped who they are today. They have chosen books to bring them back to the front of our ...
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• WEEKEND INSPIRATION: Every Cell Is Creative

  
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  I’m sprucing up the LAB this weekend. To celebrate change, I’m offering this little treat for you: A new free desktop wallpaper . Because I know that, like me, a lot of you are creative from head to toe and proud of it. Have a good weekend and if you’d like to order the above print, grab it here . And for a ...
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• Summer Desktop Wallpaper

  
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  I’m a sucker for a perky desktop wallpaper. So naturally, it’s time for another summer desktop wallpaper —and a version for iPhone and iPad too! Between my phone, iPad, personal laptop, and work laptop I’m rocking a digital gallery of bright and inspiring wallpapers. Of course, no two are the same and I’m ...
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• A Collection of Interior Design Themed Desktop Wallpapers

  
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  Below I have compilled a collection of beautiful interior design themed wallpapers for all you interior design fans to spruce up your desktops to inspire you everyday. From underwater bedrooms to luxurious living spaces we have covered a wide range with these 12 images. To get your hands on your favorite, simply ...
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• The Best of Trekking the Planet Wallpaper

  
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  Our Best of Trekking the Planet wallpaper features 54 of our favorite photos from the 14 series that we released during our journey! The photos in this theme will automatically be rotated every 30 minutes. To download this wallpaper series, follow the instructions below.     Instructions: If you ...
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• Freebies We Love: Geninnes Bird Theme Desktop Wallpaper Calendars

  
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  Geninne is a passionately curious artist/crafter, living with her husband Manolo, two teenage sons and a cute border collie named Turbo. She has the cutest blog " Geninnes Art Blog " where she showcase her latest creations. Every month she creates a new desktop wallpaper calendar for people to download for free. ...
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• Game of Thrones Wallpapers by Sasha Vinogradova

  
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  What better way to express your obsession with one of the best shows on television right now – Game of Thrones, than to pimp out your desktop with custom wallpapers. The very talented Sasha Vinogradova from Russia has taken some of the identifiable crests and imagery from the hit TV show and has made it fit the ...
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• June Wallpaper – Download Now!

  
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  Summer has arrived! You can get previous wallpapers here . 16:9 3840 x 2160 2880 x 1620 2560 x 1440 1920 x 1080 1600 x 900 1366 x 768 1280 x 720 16:10 3840 x 2400 2880 x 1800 2560 x 1600 1920 x 1200 1680 x 1050 1440 x 900 1280 x 800 1024 x 640 4:3 1600 x 1200 1400 x 1050 ...
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• Best Use Of Internet Explorer In 2013

  
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  This desktop arrangement is how everyone feels about IE. Best Use Of Internet Explorer In 2013 is a post from: The Inquisitr
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• Monday Morning Motivation: Create Great Stuff

  
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  Monday’s back and you are ready. With ideas in your head and the sky as your canvas, you are ready to dream big and create great stuff. OK, so maybe the day is starting out a little slow and the only idea in your head right now is why in the world did you let your head leave the pillow. Well, snap out of it! We’ve ...
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• New High Def Wallpaper in Cat-Tales Gallery

  
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  A few months ago, I introduced Bat-Family Sunrise , the first of a new series of Batman, Gotham and Cat-Tales-themed HD wallpapers for all screen dimensions and devices.  “First in a series” implies, um, more.  And I know you’ve all been waiting, most of you waiting patiently. This new one was suggested and ...
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• A Fine Collection of Free Abstract Desktop Wallpapers

  
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  Since day dot we have been customizing all of our gizmos and gadgets with custom wallpapers and themes, and if you are like me you could spend hours looking for the perfect one. Hopefully this article puts an end to your search, here I have compilled a beautiful collection of free abstract desktop wallpapers ranging ...
  4 weeks ago

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