Interesting topic which I can't recall being covered before.
Richard, is your recommendation wrt 16bit a general recommendation ?
For example I am still running with my 17" CRT originally purchased from Dell (a 1028L CRT) along with my PC in 1997.
It's still running well apart from the odd dry joint which I have rectified.
One day when I can justify it, I will go flatscreen.
However, I just use the in-built video adapter which is an Intel 82865G on an Intel D865GBF Motherboard with a 2.4Mhz CPU.
I have found that 85Hz on the video adapter settings makes a huge difference vs. the old days when 50/60Hz was the norm or maximum.
I don't use my system for games, have good eyesight etc. But have always opted for 32bit True Colour in Display Settings.
Would be very curious to have your opinion wrt this.
Thanks in advance.
LL34