Archive for the 'Home Theater Personal Computer (HTPC)' Category

Keyboard/Mouse for HTPC

Monday, March 7th, 2005

You’ll definitely want to get a wireless keyboard/mouse combination. This will let you relax on your couch and surf the net or control a movie. Although most wireless keyboard/mouse combos will do the job, we recommend the Logitech LX 700 Cordless Desktop (B0002MRO2S) because it is more ergonomic to use and also comes with a […]

Operating System (OS) for a Home Theater PC

Monday, March 7th, 2005

For HTPCs it has become increasingly common to have Linux as the OS rather than Windows. This is due to its cost (it’s free!) and the availability of common software (it’s free!). However you’ll probably need to get your hands dirty and tinker with your computer at a more micro level.

If you’re more of […]

Modem / Ethernet for a Home Theater PC

Monday, March 7th, 2005

To connect to the internet you’ll need a modem or a network card. If you are going to use a dial-up connection you’ll have to buy a modem. The current standard is V.92 which provides a 56 Kbps connection and allows receiving phone calls while connected. The Best Data Products 56FW92 (B000069E1R) provides a V.92 […]