WindowsXP: Multiple Desktops On One Monitor (Like Linux) (C#)

Question

Is there a way to create a second Desktop screen in C# - just like they do in Linux? I've never done this before but I find the idea very interesting.

I have tried a few samples out there, none of which would even compile. One of them had 294 errors when I tried to debug. Wow! However, trying to find these samples again (a year later) is proving to be very difficult.

Answer 1

Did you have a look at Vista/XP Virtual Desktop Manager [codeplex.com]?

Answer 2

Usually you have two options for this:

1. CreateDesktop. Advantage is that the operating system supports this for ages out of the box, disadvantage is that processes are confined to the desktop they start on; you can't move windows between desktops.
2. Manage everything yourself. That means hiding and showing windows when changing desktops. Certainly more flexible, but also much more work.

Answer 3

I'm using SysInternals Desktops. Basic stuff, no fancy things. Mark Russinovich is usually a reliable source.