Does my LCD screen need the protection of a screen saver? I understand that the CRT tubes needed protection, but wonder if the same still applies.
2006-10-28 08:54:07 · 13 answers · asked by Theoc 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Monitors
No they don't need a screensaver in the conventional sense
They do however need a break every now and then as they heat up and prolonged use can cause the lower regions of the screen usually bottom left or bottom right to slightly discolour [blacken usualy]
Note that by prolonged use I mean five or more hours straight non stop.
Configure power management to turn the screen off when the system is idle for more than two hours or so.
2006-10-28 12:51:31 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The tube remains on even when you are using a screen saver. As long as the tube is on then it consumes energy. The screen saver merely makes certain that the tube doesn't become etched with a particular picture or words. If this were to happen then the tube would have to be replaced. This is why the picture from a screen saver moves around constantly. To save energy turn the set off whenever not in use.
2016-03-17 05:51:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Screen savers are to reduce power consumption, and longevity
of your screen. It certainly does apply to LCD, mine (iMac) goes
black and has a profile of the Apple and my name in discretely
across the screen. All change positions according to System
Preferences which you set. You can have a Photo as a screen
saver which will dim slightly and finally off, also chosen and set
by your system preferences.
2006-10-28 09:12:49 · answer #3 · answered by Ricky 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not really as far as the screen goes; if you left a picture with a high contrast there for several hours you might have a problem.
Its also about desktop security; if you're around other people and want to nip off for 10 mins you can activate your screensaver and set it so you have to use your password and log in when you come back. It just helps to stop people messing about with your pc.
2006-10-28 09:01:52 · answer #4 · answered by sarah c 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. Modern LCD screens do not "burn in" like old CRT's. But a screensaver can be entertaining, and can hide your work from prying eyes while you step away for a few minutes.
2006-10-28 08:57:57 · answer #5 · answered by sierra_blanca 2 · 3⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the age of the LCD. Older LCDs pixels have a limited life span, but newer ones regularly refresh themselves. I'd say if its more than 3-4 years old, yes.
2006-10-28 08:56:43 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not neccisarily a screen saver but you should at least set your screen to shut off after a while
2006-10-28 08:56:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
No. LCD computer monitors, including the display panels used in laptop computers, are not susceptible to burn-in.
2006-10-28 08:58:23 · answer #8 · answered by mini metro 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2015-03-08 21:53:56 · answer #9 · answered by dennis 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no u dont need it for safety purpose.
2006-10-28 09:49:34 · answer #10 · answered by GoLd E 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋