Making the CRT your newest monitor

Is this older type of monitor a viable choice for you?

CRT monitors may be considered the dinosaurs of the computer industry, but they still remain popular. For one thing, most models are priced significantly lower than LCD [Popular LCD Monitors]models. They’re sturdy and reliable, although they do take up a fair bit of desk space. Consumers who don’t mind sharing a little elbow room with an essential piece of equipment should take a look at this type of monitor.

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With so many makes and models on the market, how do you decide which display to choose? There are many options out there, depending on what you want to use your computer for. If all you want to do is tinker around and send e-mail, and if you aren’t too concerned about response times or image quality, there are plenty of older used monitors to be had, and it’s not too difficult to find one in good condition. If you want to use a Web camera, download digital photographs off your camera, play video games or watch DVDs, a CRT is a great choice. The resolution can be adjusted without damaging the quality of the image. Compare that to LCD monitors, where any adjustments to the resolution will darken or distort the picture. This happens because no matter the size, every LCD display comes equipped with the same “native” resolution. It’s for this reason that professional photographers, graphic designers and architects continue to use CRTs: they can view their work on large screens and still have great image quality.

There are advantages and disadvantages to a CRT monitor.

Advantages:

They tend to be much cheaper. You will typically spend at least US$100 less on a CRT than on a similar-sized screen of another type.
They are more durable.
CRTs have multiple resolutions, so you can still have clarity, brightness and a sharp image on a monitor that is 21 inches or larger.
They have quicker response times, so images that are moving quickly on the screen, such as video games or movies, won’t blur.

Disadvantages:

These monitors are very bulky. They take up plenty of desk space, unlike the LCD which is only a few inches thick and can be wall-mounted.
They use more power, over 100 watts, and put out more heat.
They aren’t very adjustable, so make sure your screen is facing where you want to sit.
They often produce a glare, which can cause eye strain.