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1 -- Set your resolution to at least 1024 x 768 pixels. Also, set your screen colors to 32-bit color. Click here for information on how this is done.
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3 -- Optimize your screen brightness by using the graphic below. (Graphic © copyright by Joseph Holmes)

1 - Your screen is too bright.
2 - Your screen is about right.
3 - Your screen is too dark.