Getting Connected: Monitor Settings

For Windows users, from the Start menu, first select the Control Panel. Now double-click on the Display icon, then click on the Settings tab to see the current screen resolution.

Change the resolution to the largest you can: 800 X 600 for a small monitor, 1024 X 768 for a 17-inch monitor; 1280 X 1024 for a larger one.

The number of colors is also important. If you're a graphic designer or a digital photography aficionado and have a computer loaded with memory, use the Highest setting--32 bit. Otherwise, use the Medium setting--16 bit or 64,000 colors, which gives near photographic quality and provides a vibrant surfing experience.