HDMI or DVI cable?

[Cavallino]

As title folks, want to hook up a second monitor and my GFX card has both outputs. Which should I use for my 24" LCD monitor?
Also if I go with DVI which cable is the best? (I am not 100% sure about the differences between DVI-H or D or whatever theyre called). Thanks.

 

[mame]

I didn't think there was any difference apart from HDMI can carry sound?

 

[Surveyor]

DVI is easier as there's no chance of the scaling issues you can get with HDMI.

If it's a 60Hz monitor with no higher than 1920x1200 resolution then you just need a single link DVI lead.

OcUK Value 2m DVI Male - Male Monitor Cable

 

[Cavallino]

Thanks folks. Would I need a Dual Link version? Or is this for higher resolutions only?

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CB-066-OK&tool=3

 

[Surveyor]

Dual link is only needed for 1080p 120Hz or larger than 1920x1200 resolution at 60Hz.

 

[nickeverett]

DVI

HDMI cables break easily and don't 'screw in'.