[SWLUG] What's the difference between a VGA & DVI cable?

[Mark Summerfield]

Hi,

The last time I bought a monitor was so long ago I can't remember
whether I have a VGA or a DVI port, and I don't know what the difference
is. I don't have the manual to my monitor and the manual for my PC
doesn't say. I want to buy a new monitor (24" 1910x1200 so any
recommendations appreciated:-) and I'm looking at a Samsung but there
are two different versions and the only difference appears to be the
cable.

Thanks!

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