Hi Paul,<<With a CRT with its inherent 3:4 ratio I'd always stick with a 3:4 resolution such as 1280x960. I rather think 1280x1024 is deliberately engineered for the TFT type screens with their different ratio, viz.: my TFT screen size is 290mm x 360 mm and I'm sure it's no coincidence that 1024/1280 = 290/360 = 0.8, (a ratio of 4:5).>>
Well that resolution has been around for a few years now so if it does suit TFT screens it's a case of them choosing that resolution rather than it being provided for TFTs.
To be honest I've never even bothered to work out the various ratios. I just assumed 1024 was 3/4 of 1280. Obviously even a cursory glance will reveal it isn't!
I've not flown over the Himalayas yet but following your excellent narrative I should plan a flight that would take me over them at dawn/dusk. I'm not sure if any real-world jet routes cover that part of the world given the Chinese's attitude towards Tibet. If not then I'll deviate for "a brilliant view". I'm sure ATC will understand
Regards,
Ray Proudfoot,
Cheshire, England