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Re: LCD monitors

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Originally Posted by robot180
I have determined that wide screen is more natural than the normal aspect ratio, at least for me. It seems awkwardly tall and skinny. I would strongly recommend getting a wide screen if anyone is planning to get a new laptop or something.
Widescreen monitors (16:9) are closer to the golden ratio than regular (4:3) monitors.

4:3 monitor:



16:9 monitor:



Golden Ratio (1.618:1):

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