[header] How to buy a computer desk [title] Decide whether to go for a big or small desk. [step] If you use a laptop and do not need to keep large piles of papers and files on your desk, you probably don't need that much space and a simple writing desk will do. On the other hand, if you have a huge computer you may want a bigger desk. 
It's important to think if you want your computer case on or under your desk. It also depends on the monitor you use.