Decide between LCD and CRT monitors. If your monitor is hogging the top of your desk, you can reclaim that space by replacing it with an LCD. But it will cost you Rs4000/- to Rs12000/- more than if you bought a new CRT monitor. And LCD screens have an inherent shortcoming: The image appears to fade as you move left, right, up, or down. However, most LCD monitors in our recent tests had a wider viewing angle than we’ve seen in the past. If space isn’t an issue but budget is, a CRT monitor is a good choice. Because they deliver truer color and render fast-moving objects better, they are a superior choice for photographers, designers, and gamers.
Settle on size. For most people, a 17-inch CRT is big enough. Larger monitors are best suited for people who need to show photo enlargements or who regularly display multiple windows on the screen.
Consider helpful features. A monitor you can raise or lower is a feature found on some LCD monitors, but not on CRTs because they’re so heavy. Some monitors can be rotated 90 degrees, from a landscape to portrait orientation, with the image automatically adjusting itself. That can be handy for viewing photos and Web pages. Also look for conveniently placed controls that adjust contrast, brightness, and other settings that affect images.
Look for a long warranty. Many monitors, both LCDs and CRTs, come with a three-year warranty on parts and labor. A warranty that long is worth looking for, especially when purchasing a more-expensive model.

Convergence with TV isn’t here yet. Manufacturers offer monitors with TV tuners and LCD TVs with computer connections. But big differences remain between monitors and TVs

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