My TV in my room is finally going(its from the 70's) so im thinking of getting a TV tuner for my computer. I already have a nvidia fx 5900 ultra so I dont want a combo card. I want to be able to watch TV as well as use a remote, and if possible be able to control other apps such as xine with that remote. Im running gentoo latest, with the 2.6 kernel. What would be the best card for me? What would be the best program to use? Also we pay for HBO but it only comes on the TV in the living room with the box from the cable company, could I watch HBO in my room? Ive heard that the cable companies will fry your box/card if they detect your getting stations illegaly, is this true?

Thanks

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