Connection iBook to DVI monitor, how to connect?

Hey people!
The question in subject. Just wanna add that if somebody experienced using Apple Mini-DVI to DVI Adapter?
Thanks,
Ivan
iBook G4 1GHz 12 Combo   Mac OS X (10.3.9)  

The iBook has mini-VGA output not mini-DVI.
You can use the Apple VGA Display Adapter M8639G/A to get VGA output.
I have no idea if a VGA/DVI converter/adapter exists.

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