Benefits of LCD Monitors

I got my first LCD monitor last year, and there's no way I would go back to a bulky CRT monitor. If you're not sold on flat screens yet, here's an article called LCD Monitors Have Their Benefits that takes a look at some of the advantages. Some examples are sharper picture (easier on the eyes), no flickering, and lower energy usage.

Also of interest:

Frequently Asked Questions About LCD Monitors
How to Buy Monitors
Computer Monitors vs. Eye Strain

Comments

[Ramien Rosillo]

Hi,

Any suggestion or information related with monitors size?, I mean I need to justify purchaising bigger monitors for office, but I wasn´t able to find precise information about it.

Which are the advantages of bigger monitors?, are those only mor confortable for eye, of have they others benefits?

[Leslie]

with a larger computer moniter, you would need to sit farther back from the screan. If you sit very close to a large computer screan, you could end up with neck and eye pains. Maybe you should explain your situation to a specialist at a computer store... i reccomend Future shop!
good luck
Leslie, 14, Ottawa

[bob gould]

I have a hp pavilion computer can I buy any lcd flat screan monitor ? any special hook up ?
as you can see I'm new at this

[Ergoblog]

I definitely prefer a bigger monitor, but I'm not sure it's really needed unless you work with graphics stuff. Size aside, either an LCD or CRT monitor with a flat screen are helpful for the eyes though because it reduces glare (I think I'd have to have my monitor facing the window on a sunny day to get a reflection on it).

Oh, and Bob, they plug in just like regular monitors, so it shouldn't be a problem for you to get one set up. :)

[Arthur Blake]

I've recently purchased an LCD monitor, 2 times and in both cases, I ended up having to return them, due to incredible eyestrain and headaches they were causing-- this was only relieved by returning back to a conventional CRT. I found an article on what may be the cause here: http://cloanto.com/users/mcb/19960719lcd.html

It's a huge disappointment and seems to be contrary to what everyone else is saying. Is anyone else experiencing this?

[Ergoblog]

Arthur, thanks for sharing the link to that article. Very interesting. It sounds like its rare for people to be troubled by LCD monitors, but the author makes a good case for reasons why they could be a problem. Are you unable to use laptops without discomfort, too?

[Arthur Blake]

I don't seem to recall ever having this problem with a laptop, although I don't use laptops nearly as much. My computer at home and at work are both desktops with conventional CRT's. I am a software developer so I use the pretty much computer all day long.

[Ergoblog]

Yeah, that can make it tough when you are staring at the computer all day. I guess the best alternative to an LCD monitor would be a CRT with a flat screen if you're not already using one. That ought to be similar for reducing glare.

[Ian]

I find I get dizzy and strained eyes with LCDs. I am going to try the suggestion of a light in front. This in fact seems better already. Perhaps inadequate shading of lcd causes some problems

[suresh masuti]

LCD's really cause lot of discomfort, eye strain and discomfort than CRT's.