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A '''computer monitor''' is an electronic visual computer display that includes a screen, circuitry and the case in which that circuitry is enclosed. Older computer monitors made use of cathode ray tubes (CRT), which made them large, heavy and inefficient. Nowadays, flat-screen LCD monitors are used in devices like laptops, PDAs and desktop computers because they are lighter and more energy efficient. A monitor is also known as a screen or a visual display unit (VDU).<ref>Definition - What is a Computer Monitor? [https://www.techopedia.com/definition/3185/monitor Techopedia]</ref>

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-A computer monitor is an output device that displays information visually, using text and graphics. The portion of the computer that people interact with, the monitor essentially functions as a window into the computer's software and allows users to engage with its applications and services. <ref>Definition - What is a Computer Monitor? [https://www.techopedia.com/definition/3185/monitor Techopedia]</ref>
+A '''Computer Monitor''' is an output device that displays information generated by a computer. It serves as the visual interface between the user and the computer, providing a graphical representation of the computer's operation and data. Monitors come in various sizes, resolutions, and technologies, and they can be standalone devices or integrated into a laptop or all-in-one computer.
-A computer monitor consists of the following main components:
+== Key Components of a Monitor ==
 == Role and Importance of a Computer Monitor ==
 The role of the monitor is crucial as it provides an interface between the user and the computer, allowing the user to input commands and receive visual feedback. It's where all the computing process's outcomes are displayed, whether you're browsing the internet, playing a video game, typing a document, or engaging in complex data analysis.
 == Examples of Use ==
 Computer monitors are used in a wide variety of contexts. They may be used at home for web browsing, watching videos, playing games, or doing schoolwork. In a professional setting, they are used for tasks like writing and responding to emails, creating reports or presentations, video conferencing, and specific tasks depending on the industry (like programming, graphic design, data analysis, etc.). They can be found in almost every sector, from education and finance to healthcare and entertainment.
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 == See Also ==
+*[[Computer]]
+*[[Central Processing Unit (CPU)]]
+*[[Computing System]]
+*[[Hardware]]
-== References ==
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−	A ~~'''~~computer monitor~~'''~~ is an ~~electronic visual computer display~~ that ~~includes a screen~~, ~~circuitry~~ and the ~~case in which~~ that ~~circuitry is enclosed. Older computer monitors made use of cathode ray tubes (CRT)~~, ~~which made them large, heavy and inefficient. Nowadays, flat-screen LCD monitors are used in devices like laptops, PDAs and desktop computers because they are lighter and more energy efficient. A~~ monitor ~~is also known~~ as a ~~screen or a visual display unit (VDU)~~.<ref>Definition - What is a Computer Monitor? [https://www.techopedia.com/definition/3185/monitor Techopedia]</ref>	+	A computer monitor is an output device that displays information visually, using text and graphics. The portion of the computer that people interact with, the monitor essentially functions as a window into the computer's software and allows users to engage with its applications and services. <ref>Definition - What is a Computer Monitor? [https://www.techopedia.com/definition/3185/monitor Techopedia]</ref>
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		+	== Components of a Computer Monitor ==
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		+	A computer monitor consists of the following main components:
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		+	#Screen: The screen is the primary component, and it displays all the images and text generated by the computer. The display quality can vary significantly based on the technology used (e.g., LED, LCD, OLED), resolution, refresh rate, and size.
		+	#Casing: The casing protects the screen and the internal components of the monitor. It also includes a stand that supports the monitor.
		+	#Buttons or Controls: These adjust the monitor's settings, such as brightness, contrast, color, screen orientation, and power on/off.
		+	#Ports and Cables: These connect the monitor to the computer or a power source. Common types of cables include VGA, HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C.
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		+	== Role and Importance of a Computer Monitor ==
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		+	The role of the monitor is crucial as it provides an interface between the user and the computer, allowing the user to input commands and receive visual feedback. It's where all the computing process's outcomes are displayed, whether you're browsing the internet, playing a video game, typing a document, or engaging in complex data analysis.
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		+	Monitors also play a significant role in determining the quality of graphics and the overall user experience. High-resolution monitors can provide crisp, detailed images, making them essential for graphic design, video editing, gaming, and other visually intensive tasks.
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		+	== Examples of Use ==
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		+	Computer monitors are used in a wide variety of contexts. They may be used at home for web browsing, watching videos, playing games, or doing schoolwork. In a professional setting, they are used for tasks like writing and responding to emails, creating reports or presentations, video conferencing, and specific tasks depending on the industry (like programming, graphic design, data analysis, etc.). They can be found in almost every sector, from education and finance to healthcare and entertainment.
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		+	In recent years, there has been an increase in the use of multiple monitors (a setup known as a multi-monitor setup) by professionals to increase productivity. Using more than one monitor allows users to have multiple applications open simultaneously, making it easier to multitask and move information between applications.
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		+	== See Also ==
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		+	== References ==
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