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Whether they are used for business, study or recreation, there is no doubt that computers have made a huge difference to the way in which nearly all of us leads our lives. While laptop computers have found a sizeable niche market thanks to their portability, and the capacity to keep us connected and productive when we are on the move, developments in desktop computers have ensured that they have not been left behind, and that they are still the number one choice for many buyers for a range of reasons.
Desktop computers remain a firm favourite because they can pack in more full-scale features. With components not having to be built down to a size which fits the laptop format, buyers get greater capability, and a far more versatile range of features for their money. When opting for a desktop computer, the choice of monitor can have a big bearing on your overall enjoyment of the capability which it offers.
Several factors will play a role in deciding which monitor to choose. The first stand-alone PC monitors had screens no bigger than a few inches across, and it is hard to believe that we have now reached a stage where many monitors are larger than a standard TV screen was just a few years ago. But big may not always be beautiful. Because it is very easy to spend hours at a time sat in front of a PC monitor, it is important to opt for a screen size which sits comfortably on the desk space available, but also is not so big as to make extended use uncomfortable.
For this reason, it is always wise to go to a specialist electronics store and spend some time investigating the various sizes and formats of screen so that you find the one which will be most practical and useable over a long period. Even then, it is not easy to picture how a monitor will look in your own home, because there is no way that the lighting and ergonomic conditions can be replicated.
One important criterion to consider is the refresh rate of the monitor and here it is true that faster does not mean better. Anyone who wears glasses, whether for general use, or just when they are using a monitor, should be especially careful to choose a PC monitor which is likely to be comfortable to view over an extended time.
Pure specification should not be the sole consideration when choosing a PC monitor. It is more about achieving a display which looks the most natural, and so is the easiest to work within a range of conditions.
Advice and guidance when buying a desktop PC monitor is available from a range of sources, and a wide range of monitors from reputable manufacturers are designed to cater for any budget.
