DVI-D Connection

[aramp1]

Please help me out here. I'm looking for a new monitor. I really don't need anything fancy, so I'm looking for a 19 inch flat pannel in the range of $300-$400. There are several on newegg.com and other sights, and a lot of them have a DVI connection. Can someone explain what that is and what the advantage is over the standard blue 15 pin connection. Thanks.

ARAMP1

 

[Cromewell]

DVI is a digital signal while the 15pin VGA is analog

 

[aramp1]

I figured so, however is the DVI faster or a better picture quality? If I buy a cheaper monitor, will it really matter if I have DVI or not?

ARAMP1

 

[Cromewell]

no its not faster, its just a different signal standard that is used for LCDs (some can use 15pin, or so I hear)

 

[jeamourt3]

this monitor is pretty good for 450$
http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=24-001-160&DEPA=0

 

[pc club guy]

That Thing Doesnt Look So Stable

 

[mgoldb2]

This the one I bought and been very happy with it.

http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproductdesc.asp?description=24-009-022&DEPA=0

It has no DVI but I dont think you need it for any reason.