Advantages of Touch Screen

Direct pointing to the objects.

Fast

Finger or pen is usable (No cable required)

No keyboard necessary

Suited to: novices, application for information retrieval etc

Disadvantages of Touch Screen

Low precision by using finger

User has to sit or stand closer to the screen

The screen may be covered more by using hand

No direct activation to the selected function

Content of the Seminar and pdf report for Touch Screen Technology
Conclusion:

Touch screen systems represent a rapidly growing subset of the display market.

The majority of touch systems include touch sensors relying on vacuum-deposited

coatings, so touch coatings present opportunity for suppliers of vacuum coatings and

coating equipments.

Touch sensor manufactures currently require thin films in the areas of transparent

conductors, optical interference coating and mechanical protective coatings.