Instead of building a separate HTPC, I just took advantage of the dual displays from my video card. I have an EVGA GTX260 Core 216 with two DVI connectors and an HDTV out. I was using an HDMI adapter and running that to the TV but the TV's HDMI ports crapped out. I switched to the HDTV out (component video) and there is really no loss of quality.
The cables run through the attic from the computer to the TV so there are no exposed cables.
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