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Overview of Computer Monitors

A monitor, also known as a VDT or VDU, is an output device that displays video images and text, consisting of various components including circuitry and a screen. The first computer monitor was part of the Xerox Alto system released in 1973, and monitors today primarily use flat-panel display technology like LCDs. Monitors are typically output devices, but those with touch screen capabilities can function as both input and output devices.

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Overview of Computer Monitors

A monitor, also known as a VDT or VDU, is an output device that displays video images and text, consisting of various components including circuitry and a screen. The first computer monitor was part of the Xerox Alto system released in 1973, and monitors today primarily use flat-panel display technology like LCDs. Monitors are typically output devices, but those with touch screen capabilities can function as both input and output devices.

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Monitor

Alternatively referred to as a VDT (video display terminal) and


VDU (video display unit), a monitor is an output device that
displays video images and text. A monitor is made up of circuitry,
a screen, a power supply, buttons to adjust screen settings, and
casing that holds all of these components.

Tip

When used as a noun, the term "monitor" is synonymous with


a computer "screen" and "display."

Like most early TVs, the first computer monitors were comprised
of a CRT (cathode ray tube) and a fluorescent screen. Today, all
monitors are created using flat-panel display technology, usually
backlit with LEDs (light-emitting diode). The image is an example
of an ASUS LCD (liquid-crystal display) monitor.
When was the first computer
monitor invented?
The first computer monitor was part of the Xerox Alto computer
system, which was released on March 1, 1973.

What are the different types


of monitors?
There are essentially two types of monitors, with the second
having two variations based on backlighting (CCFL vs. LED). The
first (and oldest) is the CRT (cathode-ray tube) monitor, which
was based on the same technology as early televisions. The
second is the LCD (liquid-crystal display) monitor.

Why is a monitor an output


device?
A traditional monitor is only used to display (output) information
from a computer and provides no source of input. For this reason,
a computer monitor is considered an output device.

Note

Newer PCs, smartphones, and tablets have touch screens, which


allow the user to interact with the computer using their finger. If
the monitor has touch screen capabilities, it is considered an
Input/Output devices. However, if it has no source of input it is
only considered an output device.1

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