[404]

I am looking into buying a trading computer. (feel free to give insight into that topic as well) I am wondering about computer monitors?

I would like to go with 2 monitors, but dont really know much about shopping for monitors.

Questions:
20 vs 22 inch
resolution (can you get too much)
contrast ratio

Any insight?

[Sparrow]

In terms of size, can't be big enough but this is mostly an economical thing if prices are twice as much for 2 inches more, I wouldn't buy it unless I'm swimming in money. If you feel the need to show off though and you can afford it, spend as much as you like and feel good about yourself .

The resolution doesn't need to be astronomical, it should fit the size, if you have sharp eyes you can go for higher resolution.

Contrast of course is also the more the better, but I generally have no idea what the figures really imply.

The way I do this is, I decide on a price I am willing to pay then I go to a site that quotes best prices and read all the reviews of the models in question.
I usually focus on the bad reviews, but don't overdo it, because there is always someone who is unhappy with a product because of their higher standards or they just want something to moan about.

Good luck.

[Power555]

I'd choose 22 inch. I use Tradestation and Metastock on dual monitors (2 computers). Also get XP (just returned a Vista box) with at least 2meg ram.

[bgiles117]

20 and 22 have the same res. So it's all about your eyesight.

If you plan to grab a 22, I'd move up to 24" They are falling pirce nicely. Picked up some Acer LCD's back in October for 299 after 100 rebate... Nice bright/Crisp... Not too hot.

[404]

any suggestions on where to buy?

[404]

i have also heard to stick with xp as opposed to vista...

[darthtrader]

I agree it depends on what you want to spend. Newegg.com or Tigerdirect.com will probly be hard to top. I would give consideration to 3 19 inch monitors, probly would be your best bang for the buck screen space wise right now.

[Soultrader]

I use a 22inch myself as well. Highly recommended, grabbed it for around $350.

You might want to check this site here: http://www.tigerdirect.com/