[Gllug] Is linux a good bet for HTPC

[Christopher Hunter]

On Wed, 2011-05-04 at 01:24 +0100, Gary Pownall wrote:
> I'm thinking about building an HTPC and I would love it to run Linux but I'm concerned the graphics drivers (ATI ) may not be as good as the one's they write for windows, also I've heard linux doesn't do 1080p
> 
> I'd be watching live TV and Blu Ray mainly, as well as music etc...
> 
> I'd appreciate some advice and help in reaching a decision.
> 
> Best Wishes
> 
> Gary
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I'm running 1080p on this Ubuntu box, out of a modern nVidia card with
an HDMI lead to a 22" LG monitor.  Looks great, plays Blu-ray discs and
reproduces Sky's "HD" (720 line) service OK.  

Unfortunately, I can't vouch for the ATI drivers, but I would be very
surprised if they were significantly poorer than the nVidia ones.

Chris

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