I think both would work, but dual monitors is cheaper (both to buy and to use). So I would start with that. Then compare it with a 2 PC setup (that's easy, just put 2 existing PC's on a desk). Then decide.
Kees
i work for a small business that has 5 payment posters. these employees are doing more and more posting from a file on the screen and less from a piece of paper. to speed the process we would like them to view what they are posting on one screen and post on another. so my question is, should we get a dual monitor display setup, or should we get two computers at one desk, 1 to post and 1 to view? we would like the user to quickly be able to scroll as well, so we would explore a touch screen or a touchpad mouse setup. price is of lease concern. Please help!!! Thanks!

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