MBP 17" + 2 Dell 24" Monitors = ?

Currently I have my 17" MPB connected to my 24" Dell LCD monitor using a miniDvi to VGA adaptor. This setup works fine. Is there anyway I can connect a 2nd Dell 24" monitor to my setup? Even if it means sacrificing my actual MBP screen.
I know, I am greedy

The Matrox DualHead2Go is one of the better solutions out there. Your sig says your MBP has Mini DVI, something the MBP never came with. I assume you mean Mini DisplayPort. Anyway, you'll have to chose your compatible model here:
http://www.matrox.com/graphics/en/products/gxm/mac/choice/

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