So you=ve decided to take the plunge and pick up a high-end television for your home. But you=re hearing a lot of about LCD vs. Plasma and the discussion tends to be over your head. Fear not! The following information provides a look at LCD=s side of the story, and gives you some of the advantages of choosing LCD over Plasma.

How does LCD TV work?

LCD TVs are made using two transparent panels that polarized and glued together. One of the two panels is coated with a special polymer that contains the Liquid Crystals from which LCD TV gets its name. A current of light is then passed through these crystals which creates the images we see on our LCD TV screen.

What are the Advantages of LCD TV?

OK, enough with the technical stuff B let=s get to the real benefits of owning an LCD-TV and why they represent a better purchase decision than Plasma televisions.

Advantages of LCD include:

- Higher brightness levels. LCD TVs are generally easier to watch than their plasma counterparts because they have a higher brightness capability. That means colors are sharper and the picture quality bolder and brighter than other technologies.

- It's plug-and-play all the way. Unlike some high-end plasma TVs and other devices, LCD TVs come equipped with tuners inside the unit. So all you need to do is plug it in and enjoy the show.

- Multi-functionality. One of the coolest things about LCD TVs is that they can be used for a variety of different purposes, including:

o Home video player B Plug in your digital camcorder and your LCD TV will deliver a cinematic experience unmatched on rival product types.

o Computer monitor B Because of the sharp quality of the LCD TV=s graphics, text and web-based images look super-sharp.

o HDTV player B Most LCD TVs are now HDTV ready right out of the box. And boy, do they deliver, especially when using a BluRay DVD player.

Why choose LCD TV over Plasma?

There are several advantages to choosing an LCD TV over a plasma TV, including:

- With an LCD TV you won=t have to worry about static images getting Aburned@ into the screen.

- LCD TVs are generally lighter than Plasma TVs, making them easier to hang on the wall

- The brightness of the LCD TVs gives them the power to produce a sharper image than many Plasma screens.

- Until recently, LCD TVs were more expensive that Plasma models. But in the past year, the price has dropped so much that is now possible to get much more Abang for your buck@ with an LCD model.