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Computer is very indispensable in today's world and it became a requirement. It is used in various organizations, institutions and homes today. Computer vision syndrome is one of the most common 21 century leading occupational health hazard also known as digital eye strain. Prevalence ranges from 64% to 90% among computer users. Approximately 60 million people suffer from CVS globally. It is mainly caused by long time use of digital screen, appropriate poster & angles, poor lighting and distance, uncorrected or under corrected vision problems. People with CVS manifest dry & irritated eyes, eye strain, blurred vision, headache, pain in neck and shoulder etc. It can be corrected and prevented by vision therapy, using contact lenses prescribed to meet the unique visual demands, proper viewing, (proper lighting, chair comfort, proper angle and position). Most importantly it can be managed by following 20-20-20 rule; taking a 20 seconds break to view something 20 feet away every 20 minutes.