Entity: CRT
CRT, short for cathode-ray tube, is a technology used in traditional televisions and computer monitors. It involves a vacuum tube where a hot cathode emits electrons that are accelerated as a beam through a high voltage anode, further focused or deflected to display images. CRT monitors are known for their bulky, box-like appearance, with advancements in LCD screens gradually replacing them.
CRT
Etymology
The term CRT is an acronym that stands for cathode-ray tube.
Definition
CRT, short for cathode-ray tube, is a technology used in traditional televisions and computer monitors. It involves a vacuum tube where a hot cathode emits electrons that are accelerated as a beam through a high voltage anode, further focused or deflected to display images.
Historical Context
The CRT technology was widely used in television sets and computer monitors before the advent of LCD screens. It was the standard display technology for decades, known for its bulky design and distinctive display characteristics.
Cultural Significance
CRT monitors and TVs have a nostalgic value for many people who grew up with them. They are often associated with retro gaming and vintage technology aesthetics.
Related Concepts
- LCD screens
- Vacuum tube technology
See Also
A technology used in traditional televisions and computer monitors involving a vacuum tube where a hot cathode emits electrons that are accelerated as a beam through a high voltage anode, further focused or deflected to display images.