Another point to make: if you're a developer, don't be afraid to ask for the best hardware. I've seen many developers sit around staring at laptop screens whil

Another point to make: if you're a developer, don't be afraid to ask for the best hardware. I've seen many developers sit around staring at laptop screens while I'm working on my 2x24" monitors. Do not feel like you're being greedy. Ask your boss. The most he can do is say no, but the likely thing he'll do is 1) ask why, 2) say yes.