What is a Computer Monitor used for? 🖥️ 2021

A computer monitor is an output device that displays images, text, video and graphics information generated by a computer. It is a display screen that may also provide visual output from other video-generating device such as cameras.

Monitors can be used for:

• PCs
• Macs (Macbook pro, Mac mini)
• Laptops
• TVs
• Gaming
• Playstation (PS5, PS4)
• Xbox
• Browsing the internet
• Security

Other uses:

• Education
• Graphic design
• Healthcare
• Kindergarten
• Learning
• Law enforcement
• Nursing
• Programming
• Video editing
• Video conferencing
• Video games
• Video recording
• Youtube
• Zoom meetings

Connections Types

Monitors have different kind of cables depending on their uses.

They all need to be properly connected to a power supply but that is not the only type of connection they need.

Make sure your computer has the same connection or you will not be able to use your computer monitor:

• HDMI
• USB C
• VGA
• DP
• DVI

Accessories

Some accessories may make your monitor more useful for certain task such as surveillance jobs. Others may allow you to use it as a standalone multimedia device in offices or clinics.

Webcam and Cameras

Allows you to capture visitors ID without the need for extra components.

Speakers

Allows you to play sound and music without the need for extra components.

Microphone

Allows you to capture room audio without the need for extra components.

"VESA" mount

Allows you to conveniently mount your monitor in a wall or somewhere else.

Monitors can be used as TV

Monitors are similar to TVs but are capable of displaying images at a much higher resolution.

In the past, computer monitors were used for graphical processing while TVs were used for entertainment. Today, most monitors can be used like a conventional TV with some adjustments.

Note: It may not be possible to use a computer monitor as a TV without external components.

Looking for a new Monitor?

Choosing a Monitor can be very difficult if you know nothing about technology.

Some will pay for features they do not need while others may not consider what they really want.

So I created this quick, newbie guide to help you focus on what is really important to you:

How to choose a computer monitor that best suits you…

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