Gatorback is leading the call to gather data points on what the community thinks would be the best/most recommended components to make a "dream htpc"

I think it's a cool idea, and using google spreadsheet to collaborate on it is a great idea! I've got my own idea for a comprable project that people have been asking for, forever... but in the meantime lets help gatorback with this project/idea

"I am publishing a spreadsheet on the web that will enable you to jot down your dream PVR configuration. If you are interested in contributing, please send an e-mail note to coronabeach at gmail dot com and I will send you an invite. After I have collected enough data points (about 50 or 100 days, whichever is first) then I will publish the results.

The purpose of this exercise is to determine if there is a general concensus as to the preferred SW \ HW configuration.

If this exercise turns out to be a positive experience I will follow-up with a similar exercise. Thank you for your cooperation and participation."