Re: [tlug] MythTV in Japan

["Zev Blut" <zb@example.com>]

Hello David,

On Thu, 3 Mar 2005 09:32:29 +0900, David Bennett  
<davidbennett1979@example.com> wrote:

>
> Excuse my ignorance, but I wasn't quite sure what an EPIA-M board was
> so I did a little digging. It seems quite cool, but I am not sure
> about the processor.
>
> [snip various comments]
>
> As I mentioned I am about to start my first Linux system and am going
> crazy trying to decide what kind of box I should build. Its main
> function will be to teach me Linux and to use Myth. All these
> distributions to choose from...

If you are getting started with Linux, I would not suggest going with
an EPIA.  At least, do a lot of research about it before making the
decision.  I own one and though it works and is good, getting all the
custom hardware to work is a trial in dedication and patience. I
stopped bothering with getting the mpeg and 3D accelerators to work.
Plus I have been unsuccessful in recording audio with the audio/mic in
ports. Although, it does act as a nice little home server that can
output sound and do video fast enough for my needs.  Of course, if you
were not a patient person you wouldn't be installing Linux in the
first place no ;-)


Cheers,
Zev