Here are some ideas to keep in mind if you decide to go high-def.

What size screen should I get? A common rule of thumb is this: Take the distance you’ll be sitting from the TV set, in feet. Multiply it by four to get the number of inches of screen diagonal you should get.

If you sit 10 feet from the TV, that works out to a 40-inch set. That’s the minimum size — you will certainly appreciate an even larger one.

If you’re choosing between a smaller TV with premium features or a larger TV for the same price, go for the larger one. Advanced features like 1080p resolution (see below) aren’t of much value on small sets anyway, and nothing beats the enveloping feel of a large screen.

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