Monitors

The monitor shows information on the screen when you type. This is called outputting information. When the computer needs more information it will display a message on the screen, usually through a dialog box. Monitors come in many types and sizes. The resolution of the monitor determines the sharpness of the screen.

The resolution can be adjusted to control the screen's display..Most desktop computers use a monitor with a cathode tube or liquid crystal display. Most notebooks use a liquid crystal display monitor.To get the full benefit of today's software with full colour graphics and animation, computers need a color monitor with a display or graphics card.