Monitors

There are two types of monitors available for PC's: the traditional CRT and the newer LCD. The CRT (cathode ray tube) is used for both televisions and computers The most common monitor sizes are 15", 17" and 19". For people buying a CRT display for normal use, a 17" is the ideal balance of price and performance. If you are doing a lot of desktop publishing or image editing then a 19" or larger monitor is better suited. The advantages of flat panel displays come at a price, costing two or three times more than CRT's. For an LCD, 15" or 17" is the optimal size for most applications.