Screensavers as we know them today first appeared during the 1960s and were used on the early mainframe computers, which typically displayed fixed lines of alphanumeric characters, for hours on end, often causing permanent screen burn in a matter of months.

First generation computer monitors were almost exclusively monochrome, moreover they were relatively fragile and very expensive. Switching them on and off repeatedly shortened their lives so the answer was to keep them switched on and 'warmed up', displaying a simple graphic, when not being used. The first screensavers were usually nothing more elaborate than a square or circle that roamed slowly around the screen, to prevent burn in.
Modern improvements in computer display design, power management systems and latterly LCD screens have made screensavers strictly speaking no longer necessary... but whether or not we need screensavers nowadays is largely irrelevant, as they have taken on a life of their own...

Sure thing, Absolutist couldn't deprive its customers of such means of entertainment, and recently launched 3d Screensaver section at its site (http://absolutist.com/3d_screensaver/).

Absolutist team worked really hard to find and select the very best 3d screensavers. Each one is a real work of 3d art and design. The distinguishing feature of these screensavers is that each one has its own story and its own hidden mystery… well, let me show you, here are just a few specimens:)

Have you ever dreamed of getting a chance to see the rings of Saturn, the distant Pluto, the Asteroid Belt, Jupiter, Mars and of course the mother Earth from space? Download 3D Solar System ScreenSaver - an outstanding 3D model of the solar system, if you have. Every planet is there along with its satellites and even an info graph with basic facts. You get to float through some of the best known constellations like the Big Dipper and get a great view of the Milky Way. It's not only the sheer beauty but also the educational content that make Solar System 3D Screensaver an absolute must-have.
Like nature and fantasy creatures? Download 3D Magic Forest Screensaver. Let this extraordinary screensaver take you to the deepest part of the magic forest, where the trees resemble chubby goblins and careless fireflies rush around in their night dance. Mysterious creatures move in the dark cloaked by the dense fog and only the bright campfire seems to welcome you with its friendly light. There is plenty of firewood piled up nearby and a hatchet stuck in the log. A large backpack and a shotgun placed against the tree suggest that there must be someone else here... this savers really thrills, I tell you that!

The one I'm going to mention now is my personal favourite. It is... 3d Star Wars ScreenSaver! Yes, we got it at last. I'll just tell that you should download it now, it's simply great, just as all 6 episodes of Star Wars saga:)!

Every screensaver has pleasant mood music (can be turned on and off at screensaver options window), and many of them have interesting stories that you can read or listen to. The installation is very easy and takes you to the screensaver properties window immediately after installation (default options are good for most systems, so just click OK and enjoy!).
It should also be mentioned here that all 3d screensavers implement latest 3d rendering technologies, and thus require decent 3d video card and processor (see 3d screensaver page for system requirements). Motion and aminations are very smooth and realistic.

After you register your screensaver you'll also be able to see (or hear) some hidden features.

The screensaver collection of Absolutist is really good for a peaceful rest after intensive working day! Visit it often to keep up your good mood!