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TV Technology for a New Age: Plasma vs. LCD TVs by: Scott Foreman You're ready! You've been working hard and saving a ton of money. Now you're ready to buy a brand new Flat Screen TV. Hopping in the car, you head off to the local electronics store and just take it all in. There must be a million sets for you to choose from, but 'come rain or snow or dark of night' you're leaving with a flat screen TV. You feel good as the sales rep approaches you. No pressure. You tell her that you want a flat screen and would like to see what they have available. The first question she asks you is, 'Are you looking for an LCD or a Plasma?' Uh'you've just been defeated. You have no idea what the differences are or even what questions to ask. Relax, there is a lot to know, but you don't have to work in the industry to make an informed decision. First, let's start on the same page. Both Plasmas and LCDs are called Flat Screen TVs. Yes, there are larger, thicker rear projection TVs using LCD technology, but that's NOT what we're talking about here. We are referring entirely to the thin TVs that you might be inclined to hang on your wall. I won't go into the technology behind the two types, but I will say that they are so thin because neither uses the old tubes that you associated with TVs twenty years ago. Let's take a brief look at the characteristics of both Plasmas and LCDs. Then we'll compare and contrast. Finally, I'll try to boil down what situations might need one type or the other. Plasma Come anywhere from 32'-63' with the 40-44' range being the most popular. Measure 4-6' thick regardless of size screen. Cost anywhere from $'2
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