An articulated display support system designed to securely support a flat panel display (including touch-screen and digital type displays) affixed to a work surface in a semi-recessed, subsurface or super-surface configuration. The mounting system allows the display to be tilted for optimal ergonomics. One embodiment offers manual adjustment with multiple locking stop-points for horizontal (front-to-back) positioning to optimally place the monitor for touch screen applications. While the lock is engaged, the monitor is stable enough for touch screen and digitizer pen usage. Another embodiment utilizes an actuator for horizontal (front-to-back) positioning to optimally place the monitor for touch screen applications. The display support system allows adjustment within a pre-set range by the user, while also providing the ability to limit further adjustment beyond this range or removal of the monitor itself to designated personnel. The display mount is fixedly attached to the work surface offering security and ergonomic advantages.