DVI vs HDMI for external monitor on a MBP?

[davidg4781]

I'm looking to buy an external monitor for my MBP and was wondering if it's best to go through DVI or HDMI, or if I can, DisplayPort?

I was planning to pick one up from Best Buy later today and noticed it just came with a VGA cable. That got me thinking I'm going to need to probably purchase a cable and adaptor or it'll just sit around until I can order one.

Also, if anyone wants to help me decide on a monitor....
I'm looking for 22-24", prefer glossy (I know, I'm weird), and I'll be using it for game play, a bit of word processing, and possibly helping to transfer VHS to DVD with iMovie.

 

[waw74]

DVI and HDMI are the same signal just different plugs.
HDMI usually includes audio (although not always, and DVI connectors can carry audio too)

 

[FlyUnlock.com]

Just choose the cheapest

 

[davidg4781]

Ok, great.

Would it be worth it to look for one with DisplayPort? VGA? JK

I'd love an LED Cinema Display but I can't justify the cost since I think it'll mostly just sit on my dining room table.

 

[davidg4781]

Oh, are there any displays that support the audio pass through with the MiniDisplay Port? That'd be neat to have so I won't have to worry about audio cables.