A new monitor can be a great thing, but your computer might not adjust its settings to take advantage of it automatically.

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The way a typical computer monitor works is simple. You connect to a PC or laptop, and it acts as a display for your computer. You can even use multiple monitors together to improve productivity.

Bright colors look great on OLED computer monitors and they handle fast-moving objects really well, making OLED monitors a favorite for gamers.