(how-to) lcd hdtv as a 2nd monitor

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what connection does my tv need if i wanted to use it as a second computer monitor? the only connection on my tv for the pc is "rgb-pc". im using that as a bigscreen when i watch stuff on the web. but i want to be able to slide stuff like skype to the 2nd screen.
 
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What output does your graphics have? If you have an HDMI port on your computer then you can use that to connect your TV.

You said your TV has an RGB-PC port.... which is VGA. If your TV is larger than 22" then the text and picture will come out blurry since that's an analog port.
 
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my pc doesnt have an hdmi port. i have a refurb'd pc. it has a vga port tho. that has a splitter cord for my tv and pc screen to both be used. i did notice a 2nd vga connection on my pc. what can i do with that?

just for your info if im wrong the plug is a 9 pin one.
 
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sorry, im NOT adding anything for the INSIDE of the pc. if i do it'll be f troop all over again.

what else can i do?

there are scuzzy connectors for making an internal hard drive into an external one. what if i do that with the hdmi card for my pc? i guess that is all illegal huh?
 
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If you don't want to add a $25 video card then you'll have no choice but to use the VGA cable to connect... but I'm telling you now.. you WILL BE highly disappointed.
 
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okay, sbmfromla!! ill buy this new graphics card! are me and you allowed to help me with picking the correct card by having me put my pc specs from belarc in here? i just need that piece of help because i dont know a thing about computers from their names numberss and etc!
 
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