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Chapter 3 - Basic Output Devices and their Functions

What is an Output Device?

An output device is any peripheral that receives data or information from a
computer for display, projection or physical reproduction. E.g. Monitor, Printer,

Speaker, Headphone, Projector, Television (TV), etc.

Types and Functions of output Devices

Monitor

Monitor is the output device that displays the information on the computer to the
user. It is also a device that converts computer output into displayed text
characters and graphics. The monitor is also called the screen or Visual Display
Unit. It is like a television (TV).

Types of Monitors

Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)
Flat Panel Display

Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) monitor: is a type of monitor that looks like the old
type TV which is very heavy with a long back.

Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)

Flat Panel Display is also known as Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).

Flat Panel Display