LCD Vs. Plasma HDTV
Most modern televisions have flat screens that use either plasma or LCD technology. Because both plasma and LCD TVs offer distinct advantages, deciding which is right for your family will depend on your TV viewing needs. If, for example, you will be watching television in a small, bright room, you should probably consider purchasing an LCD TV. On the other hand, if you want a really large TV with exceptional picture quality, plasma would likely be the better option.
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Definition of a Plasma TV
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Plasma television screens contain minuscule compartments of inert gas which produce colored lights when electrically charged and then combined to form patterns for the viewer.
Definition of an LCD TV
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"LCD" stands for Liquid Crystal Display. Electricity is used to manipulate the tiny liquid crystals in LCD screens in order to change the color of the light shown through them. These lights are combined to create images for the viewer.
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Major Advantages of LCD over Plasma TVs
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LCD TVs are better in bright rooms because they don't glare as easily, are available in sizes smaller than 32 inches, require less electricity and are cheaper to use.
Major Advantages of Plasma over LCD TVs
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Plasma TVs show deeper, truer colors (especially blacks), have better resolution when viewed from angles and display quick moving images without blurring.
Other TVs
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Other types of televisions include CRT (Cathode-Ray Tube), DLP (Digital Light Processing) and front projectors.
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