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Screensavers
Screensavers are applications that run when a computer is idle. Their purpose is to prevent damage to computer monitors and/or provide entertainment.
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What type of software is a screensaver?
A sceen saver is just an executable program with a .scr extension. In other words, It's just a program that displays moving objects on your screen. This is why you should never run a screensaver that is not from a trusted source.
What is the optimal wait time before a screensaver kicks in?
10 minute delay before the screen saver kicks. my answer is
(d) 10 minutes.
Why you should use a screensaver?
Benefit of a screen saver:
Protects monitor screen from burning during idle monitors by screen saver utility program. This prolongs the life of the monitor.
The Advantages of a Screen Saver
In past decades, computer monitors comprised of cathode-ray tubes often suffered "screen burn." A static image on the screen for hours could wear down the phosphor coating, leaving a permanent ghostly imprint. Screen savers were developed to blank the screen or fill it with lively motion graphics in an effort to disrupt burn-in during inactive periods. This was the screen saver's initial purpose, and the origin of its name. Computer monitors now utilize LCD technology, eliminating the threat of burn-in. But screen savers can still provide several useful services.
They have no actual use nowadays, but back when computers with CRT screens first came out, they had 'burn in' problems. What would happen is the screens back then used a more powerful ion beam, and would burn holes in the screen if left too long. The purpose of the screen saver was to quite literally save your screen from holes.
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How can you convert a gif file into a Windows screensaver?
You can convert Shockwave Flash (*.swf) files into Screen Saver files (*.scr) using a program like InstantStorm, see the related link for their homepage.
With a FlV converter, convert FLV or .swf files to gif or aiv.
http://www.sharewareguide.net/article/Tip/avi-to-flv-converter:-how-to-convert-avi-to-flv-file.html
How do you download screensavers from the internet?
Step by Step:
>Find a picture (preferably in your native screen resolution)
>Right Click
>Click "Set as background"
or
>Find a picture
>Right Click
>Click "Save picture"
>Open up the saved picture
>Apply as background
Where can i get some free screen savers?
just go to your search bar and type in "free moving screen savers"
youll be surprised at how many they are-its safe for ur computer and can be fun as well.i wish i could remember a couple for you,its been a while.i went back to the regular s.savers.lol
good luck
How to get your second monitor to display a screensaver?
- From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences to open the System Preferences window.
- Click the Desktop & Screen Saver button to display its preferences.
- Click the Screen Saver tab to display just the Screen Saver preferences. All installed screen savers appear in the left pane. The right pane displays a preview of the selected screen saver.
- Click one of the Screen Saver items in the left pane to select it for use.
- If you'd like, click Test to see what the screen saver will look like in use.
How do you convert video into screensaver?
If it's an existing video on YouTube, download the free "Video Saver" from http://www.screensaver.com/download/ScreenSavers/Video-Saver . Enter the URL to the video on YouTube in the settings and click on "Save Settings" - done.
If the video is not on YouTube, you could just upload it and set then enter the URL to the video as described above.
How does one change their screen saver when using Windows Vista?
Either you right click on it and say "set as background" or you right click on your desktop, go down to preferences, and I think display settings, and there should be an option for setting wallpaper.
How many bubbles are on the windows screensaver?
I think about 28
No, there are 27 on Win7 Pro, and 22 on the home edition.
Where can I download cool screensavers?
A good place to find information on where to get free animated screen savers would be to go look at ScenicReflection's website. They have a good selection of free animated screen savers that you might be interested in.
Who can Password-enabled screensavers be disabled by?
A system administrator can disable a password-enabled screensaver.
How do you change your screen saver?
This is what you do on my laptop:
* Right-click and then select Properties from the drop list. * It should come up with a small window saying Display Properties and go along the top and click where it says Screensaver. * It comes up with a page saying Settings, Preview and a drop list of patterns that you can put on it and then preview to see if you like it.
What is a purpose of a screensaver?
Back in the day, older CRT monitors had a problem with memory-effect -- if you left an image or text in the same position on the screen long enough, it would "burn into" the screen. Even if you turned the monitor off, you could still see the burned-in images.
To prevent this, screen savers change the display on a more or less random basis.
It's not as great a problem with LCD monitors, but a better solution exists -- use the power-saver option of the monitor to shut the screen down when it's not in use. Not only does this preserve the screen, it also saves energy and money.
What is the most popular screensaver?
The most popular 3D screensavers are those which are simplistic, yet aesthetically pleasing to the eye. This may include matching color palates, geometric shapes, or beautifully rendered cityscapes.
Where can you find twilight screensavers?
Sometimes a screen needs a little T.L.C. If you want to add a little pop to your desktop then go to http://www.tropicalwares.com/wallpacks.html. This website has a nice variety to choose from. Most importantly, it is virus free, so you can have a lively, vibrant screensaver without having to get an entirely new computer!
Can you put a screensaver on an ipod nano?
actually, you can. just go to settings, general, wallpaper and then choose any of the 12 pictures. then click set. hope this helps.
How do you work a Acer screensaver?
I assume you are on a windows platform. 1. Bring up your menu for the computer 2. Go control panel 3. Open that 4. Find personalize computer icon 5. Open that 6. You will now see a menu showing items to personalize your computer 7. Choose appearance or colors/background 8. Open this 9. At this point you can customize the font, colors, screensaver, and background of your computer. 10. When done save and exit.
Password-enabled screen savers may what?
Password-enabled screen-savers may be locked after 15 minutes.
Where can you find interesting screen savers?
Go to googleimages.com and search cool screen savers. Trust me you won't be disappointed.
How long does it take for a Password-protected screensaver to be instantiated?
No greater than 15 minutes after last activity.
How do you put screen savers on your laptop?
On a Windows laptop, you right click on the Desktop and click Properties, then the Screensaver tab.
Is it safe to download free Christmas screensavers?
Downloading free screensavers, as with any download, can result in viruses and malware being installed on your device. The best way to avoid this is to only download from trusted sources and to have both a good antivirus program and a good anti-malware program installed on your computer. These can be found available for download at sites like Softronic and CNET, many for free. Keep them updated and scan with both regularly.
