it included only a VGA cable–even though the setup instructions recommend a DVI or HDMI connection! Mike wants to know why, and whether he should bother buying a different cable. I’m going to ...

and sometimes old-school VGA. Each connection has its pros and cons, and perhaps the best cable to use with your display is more than just "what it came with." Here are the differences.

Attach the adapter to one end of the VGA cable. Screw in the locks on the sides of the adapter to establish a firm connection. Plug the VGA end of the cable into the device that has a VGA port.