When it was first released, the Acer AL1916 would have been considered a mainstream display. But now its lack of digital (DVI) input and basic controls puts it behind the curve. Still, images look good on this clearance model, and for the price we were able to pick one up for ($199.99 after rebates), it's a good value. If you're ready to upgrade to a large LCD monitor and don't mind sacrificing features, this bare-bones panel will fill the bill.