External monitor help

Hi All,
I've just started working for a company that uses all PC's. I want to use my Mac but want to make use of their external monitors.
2 Questions;
1) What do I need to do to hook up to an external monitor?
2) Would I be able to link to 2 external monitors?
Thanks,
D,

Hi-
Is the following your Macbook?
http://support.apple.com/specs/macbookpro/MacBookPro_15-inchGlossy.html
If so, you have one DVI output, which can drive a DVI connected monitor, or a VGA connected monitor, using a DVI to VGA adapter.
The Acer monitor will connect to VGA (use the adapter), as will the LG.
To run both monitors, you will need some further hardware solution. This, I believe, will require costly splitters and adapters.
http://www.gefen.com/kvm/apple.jsp

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