Why old-school CRT TV screens had that weird fuzzy feel to the touch

Remember that fuzzy feeling on your skin when you got close to a CRT TV? While it may have intrigued you as a child, here's ...
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Does static from the TV damage the computer/hard drives?

I just recently moved into a new place, and I'm considering placing my TV near my computer. Would static from the TV (either LCD or CRT; I can currently choose TVs of either type to use) damage the ...