This layer is sometimes referred to as the desktop layer, because it focuses on connecting client nodes to the network.

这一层有时被称为桌面层，因为它注重客户机节点连接到网络。

youdao

The familiar windowed desktop of any operating system is simply a layer on top of the core code that makes it easier for you to interact with your computer.

任何操作系统中的桌面环境只是系统核心之上简单的一层，使用它能更方便地和计算机交互。

youdao

For the desktop client, you can use the network Layer API to determine the status of the network and remote resources when running your applications.

对于桌面客户机，在运行应用程序时，可以使用Net work Layer API判断网络和远程资源的状态。

youdao

By aiming to have one platform run across multiple device footprints, they can leverage the support and tools from the desktop version of Ubuntu and put them into a mobile device running the same code, but with a mobile UI layer on the top.

FORBES: Ubuntu Mobile Shows The Way For The Whole CE Industry