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    Default HTPC or media PC software recommendations?

    I am just setting up a htpc, already running XP to play movies and mp3's in the lounge connected to the plasma.
    I am not against running linux if I can get drivers for my video card.
    Does anybody have any good software they recommend.
    I only need very simple functions to play divx and mp3's from my server and maybe stream internet radio.
    I do not need PVR/record functions.
    Must look pretty.

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    Rob
    What happens if I press alt + F4?



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    I used a software HTPC front end called MyHTPC. worked very well. even managed to get limited functionality to navigate around it using the HDTV PCI Cards remote control.

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    Thanks for the info guys.
    I will do some testing.
    What happens if I press alt + F4?

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