How do I get 16x9 aspect ration on an external monitor?

I'm connected to a huge monitor but can only choose resolutions that are 4x3 - and the monitor is 16x9.
Is my VGA connection restricting it? Will the option become available if I use HDMI? I just haven't bought the connections yet, but would definitely do it if that would help my problem.
I came across the app Display Maestro, and was about to try it, but the reviews say the latest release don't really let the app do what it says anymore anyway.
Any ideas?

Like with your LG Flatron use DVI instead of VGA.
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