Unknown2006-08-22 16:04:50
Unfortunately, our trusty mud clients contribute to the ruining of our eyesight. Why? Because what's easiest on the eyes is a white background with black letters. Mud clients are the complete opposite. If you can adjust your client so that it's black on white instead of vice versa, do so. Otherwise, take frequent breaks.
One more thing to remember is to BLINK. Computer users forget to blink, which lubricates the eye and is just healthy for ya. So blink often!
One more thing to remember is to BLINK. Computer users forget to blink, which lubricates the eye and is just healthy for ya. So blink often!
Noola2006-08-22 16:26:35
I'm on computers almost all day long. I work at a computer (two actually! A mac and a pc share desk-space in my cubicle.) at work and then I go home and play around online (including on Lusternia). I'll prolly go blind by the time I'm 40. 
Veonira2006-08-22 16:26:37
Gah.
That's probably why my eyesight is so bad.
That's probably why my eyesight is so bad.
Unknown2006-08-22 17:35:32
QUOTE(Peony @ Aug 22 2006, 06:04 PM) 322992
Because what's easiest on the eyes is a white background with black letters.
Are you sure? I've heard it's the other way around.
Unknown2006-08-22 17:55:15
QUOTE(Cuber @ Aug 22 2006, 01:35 PM) 323011
Are you sure? I've heard it's the other way around.
Here, darling:
Computer Vision Syndrome:
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CVS can be color distortion
Modern monitors are full color, so this condition is rarely seen today. However, staring at the single color of a monochrome monitor for extended times can cause temporary color distortions following usage. Taking breaks will be helpful.
What To Do: If at all possible, switch to a full color monitor and use black letters on a white background - the best combination for visual comfort
Modern monitors are full color, so this condition is rarely seen today. However, staring at the single color of a monochrome monitor for extended times can cause temporary color distortions following usage. Taking breaks will be helpful.
What To Do: If at all possible, switch to a full color monitor and use black letters on a white background - the best combination for visual comfort
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CVS can be dry or irritated eyes
Although blinking is a reflex, we tend to blink less often when looking at a computer than when reading or performing other tasks. This causes our eyes to become dry and uncomfortable (and possibly blurred).
What To Do: Try to blink more often when using your computer. Artificial tears are helpful (and even essential) in some office environments, and are also good for contact lens wearers. (Be sure the drops are not the kind that "whiten" the eye).
Although blinking is a reflex, we tend to blink less often when looking at a computer than when reading or performing other tasks. This causes our eyes to become dry and uncomfortable (and possibly blurred).
What To Do: Try to blink more often when using your computer. Artificial tears are helpful (and even essential) in some office environments, and are also good for contact lens wearers. (Be sure the drops are not the kind that "whiten" the eye).
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If possible, use positive contrast - that is white or yellow characters on a dark screen rather than dark letters on a light screen. However, if you have no problems with flicker, stick to the negative contrast screen – dark colors on light background.
And Here: General info on Computer vision Syndrome
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Negative contrast screens with black letters on a white background affords the best situation for focusing (given you don't experience flicker) Avoid red colors on your VDT. Transient color vision problems develop as a result of using colored figures. Afterimages can be present in the complementary color for up to 2 hours after prolonged VDT use. However no actual damage occurs to the eye.
Periodic rest can alleviate CVS. The rule of thumb is 15 minutes of rest for every 2 hours of continuous computer use. However, our recommendation also include the "20/20 Exercise." This means that for every 20 minutes of computer use you should rest for 20 seconds, staring at a distance. This helps to reduce eye strain.
Periodic rest can alleviate CVS. The rule of thumb is 15 minutes of rest for every 2 hours of continuous computer use. However, our recommendation also include the "20/20 Exercise." This means that for every 20 minutes of computer use you should rest for 20 seconds, staring at a distance. This helps to reduce eye strain.
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Avoiding Computer Vision Syndrome
People who spend the majority of their day in front of a computer screen frequently complain of tired, burning, itching eyes; blurred or double vision; a reduced ability to focus; headaches and sore shoulders; and neck pain.
The American Optometric Association has given this collection of symptoms a name: Computer Vision Syndrome, or CVS. And it is becoming increasingly common among office workers across the country. But there are ways you can protect yourself and your eyes from CVS. A news release from the AOA outlines five easy preventive measures:
· Keep the computer screen four to nine inches below eye level.
· Place the computer directly in front of you if you're looking at it most of the time.
· Use drapes, shades or blinds to control the glare from your window. Vertical or horizontal blinds can be used to direct light away from the computer user and the screen.
· Create an adjustable workstation. That means using an adjustable table and chair, a detachable keyboard and an adjustable copy holder that fastens either to the desk or the computer. Make sure your computer screen can be turned or tilted and that the brightness and contrast can be adjusted. Generally speaking, the brightness of your screen should be equivalent to the brightness of other objects in the room. As for the color of the screen, black characters on a white background are easiest on the eyes.
· Use a glare reduction filter -- it will enhance screen contrast and increase character legibility. Filters bearing the AOA Seal of Acceptance are available at office supply stores.
Another simple way to combat CVS is to rest your eyes by taking short breaks throughout the day. The pressure to meet tight deadlines or the desire to get a lot done during a creative spurt can produce marathon sessions in front of the computer screen. As you work, make it a point to look away from the computer screen every now and then and focus your eyes on faraway objects.
People who spend the majority of their day in front of a computer screen frequently complain of tired, burning, itching eyes; blurred or double vision; a reduced ability to focus; headaches and sore shoulders; and neck pain.
The American Optometric Association has given this collection of symptoms a name: Computer Vision Syndrome, or CVS. And it is becoming increasingly common among office workers across the country. But there are ways you can protect yourself and your eyes from CVS. A news release from the AOA outlines five easy preventive measures:
· Keep the computer screen four to nine inches below eye level.
· Place the computer directly in front of you if you're looking at it most of the time.
· Use drapes, shades or blinds to control the glare from your window. Vertical or horizontal blinds can be used to direct light away from the computer user and the screen.
· Create an adjustable workstation. That means using an adjustable table and chair, a detachable keyboard and an adjustable copy holder that fastens either to the desk or the computer. Make sure your computer screen can be turned or tilted and that the brightness and contrast can be adjusted. Generally speaking, the brightness of your screen should be equivalent to the brightness of other objects in the room. As for the color of the screen, black characters on a white background are easiest on the eyes.
· Use a glare reduction filter -- it will enhance screen contrast and increase character legibility. Filters bearing the AOA Seal of Acceptance are available at office supply stores.
Another simple way to combat CVS is to rest your eyes by taking short breaks throughout the day. The pressure to meet tight deadlines or the desire to get a lot done during a creative spurt can produce marathon sessions in front of the computer screen. As you work, make it a point to look away from the computer screen every now and then and focus your eyes on faraway objects.
Unknown2006-08-22 18:20:57
HA! 15/15 vision! MUHAHAHAHAHA!
That's what my doctor says I have... I didn't think it's possible!
That's what my doctor says I have... I didn't think it's possible!
Nepthysia2006-08-22 18:43:00
Im already half blind man.... I dont really care hehe. I look good in glasses!
Diamondais2006-08-22 18:45:42
Meh, already cant see well without my glasses. Doesnt bug me too much.
Unknown2006-08-22 18:53:24
>.> Noooo! Don't tell meh that I'm going to turn into my father when I'm 45!!! Gah, I've already got bad sight as is, since I can't see for shize the signs hanging from the lightposts (for y'know traffic and stuff) if we're like 3-4 cars back from the line. :S I dun wanna wear by-folkals. Icky. Oh well, I must endure.
Genos2006-08-22 19:48:38
QUOTE(Ysuran @ Aug 22 2006, 02:20 PM) 323024
HA! 15/15 vision! MUHAHAHAHAHA!
That's what my doctor says I have... I didn't think it's possible!
That's what I had around your age until about two years later when they prescribed me glasses for night-time driving.
Veonira2006-08-22 19:58:52
I had 20/20 vision until about 6th grade, and it just got worse from there 
I do plan on getting lasik eye surgery though, after I'm out of college.
I do plan on getting lasik eye surgery though, after I'm out of college.
Dysolis2006-08-22 20:04:02
mmm laser eye surgey, mmm 20 20.
Unknown2006-08-22 21:11:52
I was born with cataracts. Then they got better. I've paid my time for bad eye-sight already.
Hazar2006-08-22 22:10:12
I have something like 20/12 vision and my eyes are particularly moist. So bite me. I could lose vision like this for five years straight and fall to 20/20.
Valarien2006-08-22 22:13:46
My vision's already screwed to hell, hurray.
Eventually I decided to just give in, and have henceforth put all the money I might have otherwise lended to laser surgey into Lusternia.
Eventually I decided to just give in, and have henceforth put all the money I might have otherwise lended to laser surgey into Lusternia.
Veonira2006-08-22 22:35:29
Hehe. I actually went through eye therapy in 6th-7th grade. I used to have to go to this place, wearing my glasses, and do things like put on special lenses and focus images as they pulled them apart, and all this other crap. I still have a bit of a focusing problem (mainly noticeable to me when I'm taking notes in school and looking back and forth from the board to notes).
Shamarah2006-08-22 22:35:43
That's surprising and doesn't really sound correct. I've always found it much easier to look at a black background than a white background because it's less blaringly bright.
Unknown2006-08-23 01:53:24
QUOTE(Veonira @ Aug 22 2006, 06:35 PM) 323112
Hehe. I actually went through eye therapy in 6th-7th grade. I used to have to go to this place, wearing my glasses, and do things like put on special lenses and focus images as they pulled them apart, and all this other crap. I still have a bit of a focusing problem (mainly noticeable to me when I'm taking notes in school and looking back and forth from the board to notes).
I used to go through something like that too! It was horrible at the end where they put these eyedrops in your eyes that makes light suddenly 100x brighter.
I'm paranoid about laser eye surgery, with all those possible side effects like seeing stars, glaring, and other pemanent damage :s I'd rather just... get a robot eye or something.
And yeah, it'd seem like black on white would be worse, seeing as the background is a lot brighter? But then again, there are a lot of things in this world that don't really make sense.
Unknown2006-08-23 15:31:08
*reads the replies above*
either there's something wrong with all yous or I have no sense of humor whatsoever
either there's something wrong with all yous or I have no sense of humor whatsoever
