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Here
are the topics we'll discuss:
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Monitor:
Monitor size is measured diagonally across the
face of the monitor, from one corner of the casing
to the other.
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Sometimes
you
will see the monitor size followed by the Visible Image
Size, which is the actual image size that you see on the
monitor. Monitors will be listed like this; 19"
(18.0" viewable).
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Desktop PCs
offer a wide range of monitors, ranging from 15" (13.8"
viewable) up to 21" (19.8" viewable). Most monitors are
roughly as deep as they are wide, so a 21" monitor will be
about 21" deep. This can be a real consideration in a cramped
room or home office! You may want to consider one of the new flat
panel LCD monitors. While generally more expensive than
conventional monitors, they take up very little desk space, which
can make them well worth the expense.
NOTE: A
standard monitor is 15". Things to look for as the price of
the monitor goes up are a sharper picture and more precise
adjustment controls.
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Video
Card: This is the interface between the computer and
the display monitor. Most of today's video cards are
high-end, with all the capabilities and features you
needed. But if you will be running programs that will
require sophisticated video or graphics capabilities you
should consider a top-of-the-line card. Video cards are
measured in MB's and generally the higher the MB, the
better the video quality.
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