Digital signage is a form of electronic display that shows television programming, menus, information, advertising and other messages. Digital signs (frequently utilizing technologies such as LCD, LED, plasma displays, or projected images to display content) can be found in both public and private environments, including retail stores, hotels, restaurants, and corporate buildings, amongst other locations.
Digital sign running the Firefox Web browser (identifiable by its connection failure message) Digital signage displays are most commonly controlled by personal computers or servers, through the use of either software or free software; this approach often allows the operator to avoid large capital outlays for the controller equipment.