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A screensaver (also spelled screen saver) is a software application that replaces the image on the computer screen with another image when the screen is not in use.

Overview[]

Traditionally, a screensaver was used to conserve the image quality of the computer display by blanking the screen, or filling it with moving images or patterns to prevent permanent damage to the screen. Today, screensavers are primarily used for entertainment or security purposes.

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