[Leaplist] spreading music throughout the house via Linux

[Jason Boxman]

Hank Lambert wrote:
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> If you choose a 70V system, make sure you figure out your tap values 
> before choosing an amplifier, otherwise you might end up with too high a 
> load for the amp resulting in very low audio levels and possibly a blown 
> amp. You want to make sure your tap values total no more than 80% of the 
> amps rating. While a 70V system will take care of your needs, I would 
> really love to see a Linux server push system. I am currently 
> researching a wireless video distribution system for my home; looking at 
> Myth TV or Media Portal being served by a Debian server.

I've done one box using standard 11g.  It handles Divx fine.  Never 
tried a straight MPEG2 DVD though.  I can't imagine you'd be able to 
handle more than 1 stream.