Connecting a Dell monitor to macbook...

I have a Dell monitor that's just lying around in my room. I want to use it as a "second display" for my macbook. I realized that I can't just plug it in because the cable doesn't match.
I've been trying to find the appropriate cable for it, but I'm getting so confused with all of the DVI and VGA, etc.
Can someone tell me exactly what connector I need?
Thank you.

You need a Apple Mini-DVI to VGA Adapter.


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