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Choosing a high-definition TV

The challenge in buying a high-definition TV is finding the look that appeals at a price you can afford. But there are other considerations for the various types available. Here are some other things to consider:

PLASMA

Pros: Big, bright pictures; thin, light screens.

Cons: Expensive; subject to "burn-in" if images are static for a long time (such as network logos).

LCD

Pros: Good with text and graphics, and can double as a computer monitor.

Cons: Expensive; screen size has been limited, though manufacturers are gradually coming out with bigger models.

Pros: Perhaps the best bang for the buck, with good picture at a good price.

Cons: Sets weigh a lot, have deep cabinets and don't offer big screens.