Question

what is the difference between mouse pointer and cursor ?

Answer 1

The "Pointer" or "Mouse Pointer": It is the graphical object that moves on screen. It can be static or animated.

• The "Cursor": It is the file or the memory block used to encode and save the animated (ANI) or static (CUR) graphical object.

Answer 2

The difference between the mouse pointer and cursor is as follows:

• The mouse pointer is an arrow-like figure that appears on the screen of the computer. It is used to locate the different icons on the screen. It can move across the screen.
• The cursor, however, is a blinking line that appears whenever you type something on the computer. It can be moved using the mouse and shows where your typed words will appear on the screen.