Recommend Monitor and Webcam?

Hi
I have never bought a mac and have little computer literacy. I want to buy a mac mini and want a suggestion for ~ 20-22" monitor and webcam. Is the agent v4 webcam any good?
thanks

Hey, Craig. I was shopping for a new monitor too. My first question would be what would you mainly use the mini for? Are you gonna use it for graphics/photography or general use (eg. internet/movies)?
Here's a good lcd guide I usually go to get the latest on what's out there.
http://forums.anandtech.com/messageview.aspx?catid=31&threadid=2049206&enterthre ad=y
Personally I was going to get a Dell 2209WA for the best price on an ips type lcd monitor.
I'm afraid I haven't kept up with webcam tech. I'd look around to see what people are buying at some online retailers.
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