What is a monitor? The monitor is the piece of computer hardware that displays the video and graphics information generated by the computer through the video card. Monitors are very similar to televisions but usually display information at a much higher resolution. Also unlike televisions, monitors are not usually mounted on a wall but instead sit atop a desk. Other Names of a Monitor A monitor is sometimes referred to as a screen, display, video display, video display terminal, a video display unit, or video screen. A monitor is sometimes incorrectly referred to as the computer, as in the hardware within the computer case, like the hard drive, video card, etc. For example, shutting down the computer isn't the same thing as turning off the monitor. It's important for that distinction to be made. Important Monitor Facts A monitor, no matter the type, usually connects to either an HDMI, DVI, or VGA port. Other connectors
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