Home Theater Personal Computer

An HTPC is a hybrid between a computer and a home entertainment system. The outer frame of the machine is termed a 'case'. Reasonably-priced HTPC cases can be purchased through Amazon and Newegg. eBay may also have some deals, particularly if a used case is listed.

HTPC can stand for Home Theater PC. This system allows you to use the computing capabilities of a home computer and the entertainment capabilities of a Entertainment Center in one device. These devices usually allow the user to watch dvds, live and recorded broadcast TV, listen to music, surf the internet, and perform home computing tasks while sitting on your couch.

One can find the latest Linux downloads on the Linux website including the latest software such as HTPC Manager. The website also has how to tutorials. Linux was originally developed as a free software and operating system.

Geexbox is a media player primarily Linux although it can still be used on others. It's ultimate purpose is to turn you PC into a HTPC (home theater PC) by embedding all major multimedia applications into one.