Powerbook G4 OSX 10.2 red line through screen

Does anyone know what or why I would have a vertical thin red line through the screen..top to bottom; and is it serious? can it be fixed? What does it mean...
soni

Soni:
It is helpful when we know which PB G4 you have. However, your thin vertical red line may be failing backlight lamp. If that is the case you don't need to worry about it, unless you want it gone. If it is convenient make an appointment at the Genius Bar and have them take a look at no cost to you.
cornelius

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