COVER STORY • MARCH/APRIL 2009

PCs are already capable of tuning into high-def broadcast content, accelerating the newest 3D games and delivering smooth movie playback. Additionally, they’re able to tap the Internet for freely available play-on-demand services, such as hulu.com; access archived mp3 collections and arrange your home videos into real do-it-yourself masterpieces. So what’s the best way to enable some of that exciting functionality in your entertainment center? It’s all about building the right home theater PC (HTPC) for your needs.

By Paul Cross