A 3cm wide, bright white vertical line has appeared o my screen. I can't get it off.

A 3cm wide, bright white vertcal line has appeared on my screen and I can't get it off.

Hello:
I suggest you take it in for diagnosis/service. The problem would appear to be hardware.
Barry

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