LCD Moniters:

LCD monitors are the de facto choice today for most system integrators and vendors and buying one with a new PC is more an automatic occurrence rather than conscious choice. Most people who want something sleek and for whom workspace is a premium, have no choice but to go LCD as CRT monitors are Jurassic these days.

Connects:

Most LCDs sport DVI connectivity and this is a must. Some older or entry level LCD monitors may only have D-Sub connectivity, avoid these. If a monitor has both D-Sub and DVI all the better. Some monitors may also have HDMI connectivity — a plus when connecting them to DVD/Blu-ray players, not to mention gaming consoles like the X-Box 360 and the PS 3. Likewise Component connectivity is also a plus since some gaming consoles support this standard.

Concealable Cables

Some LCDs have sleek covers with runners inbuilt into the stand which can handle the power and data cables thereby adding to the aesthetic appeal as visible cables are plain ugly. Check if the monitor you’re considering has this; it is a useful step in ensuring your desktop has a professional clutter-free look.

Wall Mounting

Most LCD monitors come with wall mounting capabilities. This is something to look for especially if you’re going for a largescreen monitor which can double as a display for a home entertainment system. Although a wall mounting kit is usually sold separately your monitor should have the necessary mounting holes as shown.

Swivel Stand

This is important to ensure the accurate viewing angle. Most monitors have vertical adjustments for screen orientation but very few have a stand that can adjust height or swivel horizontally.

Stand Stability

A monitor is usually a long term purchase so choosing something that has good aesthetics as well as ergonomics is essential. Ideally choose a monitor with a sleek but stable stand. We have seen some monitors with stands that are so unstable so as to allow movement even with a minimal disturbance like a table fan. The monitor should stand firm without any sort of shake. This is essential for everyday use; the stand itself should have no play, but affix firmly to the monitor body.

Screen Sizes

17-inch LCD Resolution : 1280x1024	19-inch Widescreen LCD Resolution : 1440x900	20-inch Widescreen LCD Resolution : 1680x1050	22-inch Widescreen LCD Resolution : 1680x1050

The most obvious thing to look at is the screen size. The larger the screen the better your experience obviously you pay more for a larger screen. In general a resolution of 1400 x 900 pixels should be enough for most users and this translates to a screen size of 19-inches. Movie buffs should look at a screen size of 22-inches; this translates to a resolution of 1680 x 1050 pixels.