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		bongodongobob on Jan 23, 2025 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: How to improve your WFH lighting to reduce eye str... I used to work in the optical industry, that's not what computer glasses are, they are just blue blocker lenses.

walterbell on Jan 23, 2025 [–]

Any lens can be customized for desired focal length, including distance, intermediate (e.g. computer) or closeup/reading.

bongodongobob on Jan 23, 2025 | [–]

Right. It's an industry term though and doesn't have anything to do with focal length.

walterbell on Jan 24, 2025 | | [–]

Consumers develop their own interpretations and usage of industry terms used in marketing to consumers.

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