HTPC Software

The software is what makes an HTPC more than just a computer connected to a TV, by presenting a user-interface that even your parents can use.

• Beyond Media
  An all-in-one media center that includes support for DVDs, video and music libraries, as well as photo slideshows.
  

• BeyondTV 3
  Snapstream's award-winning PVR software is at the heart of our own HTPC system. With it's own electronic program guide and support for multiple tuners, BeyondTV lets you easily schedule the shows you want to record and watch them whenever you want.
  

• J. River Media Center
  This software includes support for both TV-viewing and music/videos in one product. Skinnable and fairly inexpensive.
  

• Meedio Essentials
  Lets you enjoy your photos, music, movies, games, news, weather and other digital media and information using your TV, remote control, and existing PC.
  

• Meedio TV
  Use your existing PC to watch, schedule, record, and replay your favorite TV shows. Meedio TV includes a free Electronic Program Guide, a customizable user interface, and seamless integration with Meedio Essentials.
  

• MythTV
  Open-source PVR software for Linux. Only real techies need apply.
  

• SageTV
  A networked media center, SageTV is PVR software with support for videos and music, and the ability to play back on other computers on the network.
  

• Xlobby
  A promising-looking completely free, skinnable (customizable) HTPC front-end which supports control via pocket-PC.
  

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