Computer Graphics

  • R. J. Pankhurst
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Abstract

Since the term “graphics” means drawing, one might take “computer graphics” to mean drawing by computer. This is not exact, however. Computer hardware is capable of drawing not only in the pencil-and-paper sense, but also by printing, by photography, and by cathode-ray-tube displays. In addition, the term “computer graphics” covers a wide range of special input devices such as tablets or function keys which have no counterpart in conventional drawing.

Keywords

Computer Graphic Graphic Software List Structure Graphic Language Main Circuit 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • R. J. Pankhurst
    • 1
  1. 1.Joint Computer Aided Design GroupCambridge UniversityCambridgeEngland

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