Plasma Shlasma

It's time for a new TV. The old one, a 19" screen, needs an upgrade to 
something new. The set sits in a space about 6 feet in front of the 
futon so something larger is required for the full impact of my DVD 
player. (there is no broadcast, only the player)

But then there's all kinds of new HDTV stuff I simply can't figure out. 
Plasma and LCD and all kinds of other initials. So I'm asking you, 
denizens of the smartest Usenet group in history.... help me make an 
educated choice.

J