computer monitor

Visual output device

A computer monitor is a display screen that shows visual output from a computer.

The term distinguishes it from television monitors and other display devices.

Most monitors today use LCD or LED technology; older ones used cathode-ray tubes.

She adjusted the brightness on her monitor.

Often shortened to just monitor in computing contexts.

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cathode ray tube · aspect ratio · LED · bezel · backlight · resolution · pixel · dead pixel · refresh rate · plasma screen · anti-glare · color calibration · graphical user interface · video terminal · desktop · cursor · cable · brightness

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