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    Posted on Mar 17, 2009   26 comments

    Choosing an LCD Monitor for Your Computer

    Executive Summary about LCD Computer Monitor by Dave Page

    widescreen lcd computer monitor

    widescreen lcd computer monitor

    Buying an LCD computer monitor is just another buying decision that you want to do well on.

    Screen Size: Bigger screen sizes support higher resolutions. LCD computer monitor size varies from 17 inches all the way up to 26 inches. A 26 inch LCD computer monitor is one nice piece of technology. Most computer users stick with 19″, 20″, and 22″ monitors. Currently, most monitor deals focus on these models.

    Widescreen: Yes. Most LCD computer monitors nowadays are being sold in widescreen aspect ratio, you have to specifically look for an LCD monitor with a 4:3 aspect ratio anymore.

    Native Resolution: The native resolution the maximum resolution that the monitor can display images natively. It’s the resolution that the monitor was built to have.

    Contrast Ratio: The contrast ratio is the range between brightest and darkest on the computer monitor.

    Connectivity: Connectivity is important, because it will determine how your monitor is going to connect to your computer, most newer monitors have DVI connectivity, while older LCD monitors will have VGA port connectivity.

    LCD Computer Monitor Buying Guide

    Executive Summary about LCD Computer Monitor by Steven Stoddard


    LCD monitors are a hugely popular option for computer owners. A lower cost LCD monitor will suffice in most cases. LCD monitors are a popular choice with artists and photographers.

    If you are going to be using your LCD monitor for digital art and graphics editing, then you will need to select a higher end LCD monitor for your workstation.

    If you will be using your LCD monitor for entertainment purposes in addition to normal work, you may want to consider selecting a widescreen LCD monitor. A high definition LCD monitor will afford you basically the same viewing experience as a high definition television.

    If your new LCD monitor will be used for business purposes, the type of business will determine which LCD monitor you choose. For example, an executive of a Fortune 500 company may only require a basic LCD monitor while someone in advertising design or web design would need an LCD monitor more suitable for artists.