I have a 17" monitor but the screen page is still only 15"?

Question

I thought by obtaining a larger monitor I would have a large viewing screen page, but it is still only 15". There is about 1 inch space above the viewing screen page at the top and about 1/2" on the left side. The cursor will only go as far as the screen page.
Why did I invest in a larger monitor when my viewing page is the same as my old monitor?
I mean, I was thinking about getting even a larger, flat screen monitor, but what good will that do?
What's wrong and what should I do?
Thanks for your help.

Answer 1

if your monitor is under the warranty call the manufacture.. they will be able to help

9 out of 10 this is a setting issue vs hardware

Good luck