MOBO and CPU

[kiko]

I plan to build a mini itx HTPC and install linuxmce  on it. I will initally use this unit as a hybird, and later build another core for expansion and use this as a media director.
What is a class of Mobo and CPU that is more compatabile with Linux. I want to minimize my driver issues. THANKS

[bongowongo]

I plan to build a mini itx HTPC and install linuxmce  on it. I will initally use this unit as a hybird, and later build another core for expansion and use this as a media director.
What is a class of Mobo and CPU that is more compatabile with Linux. I want to minimize my driver issues. THANKS

Avoid via chipsets. get an nvidia video card, get a good NIC (pref intel), you need two nics. Any current proc is good.

[kiko]

Thanks for advice on chip sets, that gave me a great start on research. Why do I need 2 NIC's?

[Aviator]

LinuxMCE is designed to act as your network router. One NIC goes to your cable/DSL modem, and the other goes to the internal network.