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The term Professional Graphics denotes graphics displayed in a scientific, business or other non-leisure form of application, in other words, functional graphics. Professional Graphics differ from leisure-related graphics as they often require a significantly higher level of precision.

Real-time professional graphics are usually implemented by the utilization of the OpenGL API while non-real-time solutions often implement custom visualization software. CAD and CAM software is also encapsulated in this category.

Application of professional graphics include but are certainly not limited to:

• Visualization:
  • Medicine
  • Product testing
  • Simulation
  • Architectural design
• Representation:
  • Business analytics
  • Real-time Statistics
  • Hand-held applications (GPS, tracking systems, etc.)

Additional Information

• Graphics Programming, an introduction for the novice graphics programmer