Most users
also give little thought to their selection of display, especially when
buying a new computer. System manufacturers bundle a monitor and the
buyer goes along with that choice-though sometimes you get to pick the
size.
The reality is that you have to make many choices when
selecting a display for your computer. Your decision may be shaped by
budget limitations, how you'll use the computer, aesthetics, space
constraints, or environmental concerns-or a combination of these
factors.
This Buyers' Guide is divided into sections so that
you can find the information you need quickly. The Choices section
describes the different categories of displays you'll be faced with when
you go shopping. The Budget section provides some generalized estimates
of what you can expect to get with a certain price range. The Features
section describes the most important features that differentiate
displays of similar type and price. Some of these features affect all
users,, but others will apply only too specific applications. Finally,
the Reality Check section will help you steer clear of some of the most
common buying misconceptions.