When you do not use an Energy Star monitor for a period of time, the monitor enters an energy-saving sleep mode, which uses significantly less electricity. You can awaken the monitor at any time by moving the mouse or pressing a key on the keyboard. Energy Star monitors last longer and save you money.

You can obtain a filter that fits over the front of a monitor to decrease the amount of light reflected off the computer screen and reduce eyestrain. Many filters can also block the electromagnetic radiation produced by a monitor.

Privacy filters are also available that make the screen difficult to read when viewed from an angle, which helps keep your work private.