(i posted this in op systems by mistake but can't figure how to delete post... so here goes again) - Hi, I wish to set up a monitor configuration between 2 comps. I have a desktop connected to a 22" CRT. I also run a laptop that I want to connect to the 22" CRT but I want to run this in dual view mode (CRT and Laptop screen independant).
Does such a thing as a VGA hub exist where I could hook everything up to the hub and switch between computers without having to constantly disconnect/connect VGA cables???? Or is there another way this can be done???

Hello autococ, welcome to PCHF.

Yes there is, it's called a KVM switch. For example: Amazon.co.uk: Belkin Omniview 2-Port KVM Switch with Built-In Cabling, USB: Electronics & Photo

KVM switches vary, all of them will have VGA, some will also have PS/2, others USB, and some even audio. They are relitevely cheap. There is a button on the switch itself you can switch between PC's. If you have a keyboard connected, most will switch by tapping the [Scroll Lock] key twice.

thanks for the reply. Will it still be easy to switch from a one monitor setup (my desktop hooked up to the CRT) to an independant dual display (my laptop screen and the CRT)???
hope this makes sense
Thanks

Yep, everything will be the same, except, instead of pulling out one VGA cable for another, you can just press a single button instead.

awesome! thanks!

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