I had a Sony Triniton 20+ incher (21CFR-Component Video)for 15 years (and STILL works like new) so it was hard for me to go TFT/LCD, until I got a Samsung SyncMaster 215TW on eBay for $160 plus shipping about 6 months ago and believe me, it is "like new"... everything was in the original box, down to the tie-wraps! This is a GR8 monitor and I haven't plugged in the Sony since I set this one up. I REALLY like the connection options... most have only/and/or DVI and VGA but this also has HDCP-DVI, VGA, Component Video In, Composite Video In, Video, S-Video In and its Audio, L & R channel as well as a 3.5 mm PC input and a headphone jack on the front... so just WHAT can't you connect to this monsta? I keep a DVD player plugged in and with PIP I am never bored! I hope it lasts 15 years too. Samsung seems to be the one to choose, in any flavor you like.
Ali