Posts by bfhancock

Quote:Originally Posted by Sammy2 EDIT: Let m add though that the xBox doesn't play nice with mkv (just like native windows). In this situation, you'll need a second HTPC. Also, your HTPC will need lots of RAM to act as a host to...

Quote:Originally Posted by pittsoccer33 What exactly will they be watching - is this going to be a Windows Media Center cablecard setup where they will watch live tv or do you just plan to back up family friendly movies and tv...

So, we have two little tykes at home. One is 5 and one is 8. I want them to be able to access our HTPC on their TV downstairs. First off, is it best to do this (our home is not wired for ethernet) using power lines or wireless? ...

The one you linked to on Ebay is the one I bought at the recommendation of Assassin. He knows his stuff. Go with that one. I haven't built my htpc yet but I would still go with that one.

Ah. Good question! I too am curious about this.

Hancocks! Unite! Sorry, I couldn't help myself.... carry on.

Quote:Originally Posted by aidzodoc ...and have recently used Assassin's guide to set up a HTPC for my brother. A big thank you to Assassin as it made the setup very easy and painless. So useful. Assassin is awesome. But yes, I...

I am very new to all of this but I asked about XBMC vs WMC in another thread and was told that if you are watching live TV you want to use WMC for sure. I guess XBMC does not support that very well at this point. I feel like, from...

http://www.avsforum.com/t/1302559/assassins-simple-beginner-htpc-buying-guide and http://www.avsforum.com/f/26/home-theater-computers

I have used AVG a lot but wasn't sure if there was a better option now.