Ubuntu Multimedia :: Finding A Software For Mediacenter?
Sep 24, 2010
I recently changed hardware in my gaming pc, and am now left with a bunch of loose parts, from which I intend to build a mediacenter. what software is most suited for below mentioned needs.
- recording tv from dvb-c tuner, HD support preferable
- play video, foto and music from my NAS
- browser for renting moviestreams, showing NFL Gamepass, ..... etc.
My own suggestion is Ubuntu 10.04/10 with added MythTV, but I would like your opinion if this is the best sollution or if something else would make my life easier.
My hardware is:
CPU: Intel core2dou E8500
MB: Asus P5G41-M
TV-tuner: TerraTec Cinergy C PCI, HD-Support
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