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Multi-Part question about the optimal living room experience of an HTPC.

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I have "HTPCs" in my bed room and living room. I control them with Logitech K830s and I love the experience. I'm also tech savvy, and don't mind the traditional windows experience for a media PC.

My mom is cutting the cord, and I put together a great SFF "HTPC" for her. She is familiar with Windows and knows how to get around, but doesn't want to have to use the Logitech K400 and interact with it like a PC. She prefers a remote and a Roku/TV style GUI.

Is there any way to take a Windows 10 machine and make it operate similarly to Windows Media Center, Windows 8 (metro tile interface), a Roku, etc. and use a remote?

Will something like this - https://www.ebay.com/itm/354138142598?_trksid=p4375194.c101959.m146925 even work with Windows 10 in any meaningful way?

This device will be used for viewing:

  • Amazon Prime, Frndly TV, and whatever is relevant from FMHY via the web.

  • DVDs from the disc drive

  • TV from a Hauppauge tuner card

Everything already works, I just want to make it more accessible for her.

Thank you!

Posted Apr 8, 2025, 9:18 PM UTC

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