Abstract :
A system for the generation, transmission, local storage, and subsequent display of computer-generated arbitrary two-level pictures has been developed. It is capable of providing flicker-free displays without continuing expenditure of computer time. Users may interact with the display by means of a light-pen, tablet, etc., by adding a locally-generated cursor. The system is capable of serving approximately 120 remote consoles, if each requires a new picture every 20 seconds. The picture-quality is commensurate with that of high-quality closed-circuit television systems.
