This document discusses different types of monitoring including medical monitoring, cure monitoring, election monitoring, environmental monitoring, network monitoring, website monitoring, and self monitoring. For each type of monitoring, key aspects are outlined such as the purpose, components, techniques, and metrics used. Medical monitoring involves observing medical parameters over time using devices to measure vital signs or perform tests. Cure monitoring refers to monitoring the curing process of composite materials. Election monitoring observes election processes by independent organizations. Environmental monitoring characterizes and monitors environmental quality.