What video adapter to use?

On this forum I see reference to various connectors and adapters to use in hooking the MacBook Aluminum to an external monitor. When I purchased my new monitor, I also ordered a "Mini-DVI to DVI" adapter, thinking this would be the right one. WRONG. There is no guidance that I can find on which of the ever changing port configurations is correct today.
If not "Mini-DVI" then what is the correct name of this even smaller port used on the MacBook Aluminum?

I believe this adapter (Mini DisplayPort to DVI) is for connecting to a digital monitor - not an actual TV.
I'm having the same problem - that is, I've been searching for an adapter to connect my new MacBook (Aluminum) to a TV for movies, etc. I also ordered the Mini DVI to Video adapter, only to find that it was made for the original MacBook and will not work with the Aluminum - the port is the wrong size.
The support technician informed me that there was no cord to connect the new MacBook to a TV ... yet. Is this true? I find it somewhat hard to believe that Apple would release this computer and not have an adapter available. Anyone know of any third-party adapters that work?

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