Computer graphics refers to the field of visual computing that focuses on generating, manipulating, and displaying visual content using computers. It encompasses a wide range of techniques and technologies for creating images, animations, and interactive experiences.

Computer graphics are used in various applications, including entertainment (such as video games, movies, and virtual reality), design (such as architectural visualization and product design), simulation (such as scientific visualization and training simulations), and information visualization (such as data visualization and infographics).

The field of computer graphics involves both hardware and software components. Hardware includes graphics processing units (GPUs), which are specialized processors designed to efficiently render graphics, as well as display devices like monitors and projectors. Software includes graphics libraries, programming languages, and applications used to create and manipulate visual content, such as rendering engines, modeling software, and image editing tools.

Computer graphics techniques can range from simple 2D graphics, such as drawing shapes and text, to complex 3D rendering, which involves simulating the interaction of light with surfaces to create realistic images.