There's a good chance that you're reading this article using an LCD monitor. That's because this is the screen most used on today's desktop and laptop computers. In fact, they've dominated the computer market for the past several years. If you're not familiar with the technology that preceded them - the CRT monitor - consider yourself fortunate. The LCD monitor is a vast improvement. And now, even among LCD monitors, you can choose something a bit better than the old models. We're talking about an LED monitor.
LED and LCD: What's the Difference?
LED is not a completely different monitor from LCD. In fact, LED simply refers to a specific, more cutting -edge LCD monitor. What distinguishes the LED from other LCD monitors is the way it's lighted. With previous LCD monitors, fluorescent lights were used to light the screen. This was not a perfect system, because fluorescent lights have a somewhat limited life span. It's not uncommon to notice an LCD display starting to get dimmer after just three to five years of use. That's because the fluorescent light uses a side-light or back-light which deteriorates with time. LED lights, though, are different. One of the main differences is that LED monitors last much longer without that same dimming effect
Thin and Light
An LED monitor also tends to be lighter and thinner. That's because the fluorescent light itself is somewhat bulkier than an LED light. Making the LED monitor even thinner is the fact that it's easily used for side-lighting (rather than back-lighting).
The LED monitor is perfect for those who don't have much room for their computer or home-entertainment system. You can get them as thin as two inches and weighing no more than two or three pounds. From the monitor's stable base to its features, the monitor is a true value.
Energy Efficient
LED monitors also are much more energy efficient than other monitors. They emit a smaller amount of carbon dioxide and give off less heat. Even if you're not overly concerned about environmental issues, you should care that this smaller heat print means that your utility bill will enjoy the benefit of an LED monitor. Studies show that in some instances, the LED monitor uses as much as 40% less power than a monitor which uses fluorescent lighting. If you use a laptop computer, this means your battery will also last longer.
Multi-Use
LED monitors have other great features, which make them useful for many entertainment needs. For instance, their display tends to be crisp and high-resolution, offering a superior viewing experience for those who use them for watching TV. This graphic quality makes them also good for playing action video games.
Besides all of this, LED monitors have an auto-brightness feature. This allows the image to automatically dim or brighten, according to your needs and the setting that you've set for it. Most of the units also feature a "no motion blur" control, so that you're not distracted as you watch what's on the screen.
Energy efficiency, sharp images, and savings on your power bill: These are some of the many convincing reasons to use an LED monitor.
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