How to Rate 24-Inch Computer Monitors
Having a large computer monitor can be a real boon to both your productivity and your comfort. While many computer users find themselves straining to read the fine print on a smaller monitor, the same will not be true of a 24-inch computer monitor. The prices of these large flat-screen computer monitors has come down a great deal in recent years, so you may find that these monitors are suddenly quite affordable.
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Check the connections on the back of your computer (hard drive) before you start shopping for a new 24-inch monitor. In particular, look for a rectangular white connection on the back of your computer; this is the digital video port, and it is used to provide true digital picture quality. Most newer monitors will come with both a digital and an analog video cable, but to take advantage of digital quality your computer will need a digital input.
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Learn about the three-panel technologies used in flat-screen monitors. The three dominant technologies in this space are TN, VA and IPS. Most of the flat screens on the market today are TN, but users with extra money to spend may want to opt for VA or IPS technology. Monitors with VA and IPS technology tend to have better viewing angles, and IPS monitors will have better color clarity as well.
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Look at the aspect ratio of each monitor you are considering. Today most LCD monitors will use an aspect ratio of 16:9, and this ratio is a good choice for viewing widescreen web pages and watching widescreen DVDs on your computer. However, if you prefer a more square picture it may be worth your while to seek out a monitor with an older style 4:3 aspect ratio.
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Consider the brightness rating for each of the monitors you are considering. It is important that the display on the monitor be bright enough to see even in a fully lit room. This is an especially important consideration if you will be working in a room with windows, as the sunlight streaming through the windows can cause a lot of glare on the screen and decrease the perceived brightness of the monitor. It is a good idea to look at several monitors in person to get a feel for how brightness will affect their performance.
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