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The Bottom Line: If you don't already own an Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 and are serious about networked streaming, the WD TV Live is probably one of your best choices for getting content to your TV.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Stereo, Remote control

The Bottom Line: The Sony Bravia Internet Video Link (DMX-NV1) will stream Web video and Amazon Video On Demand to your Bravia HDTV, but its slow interface and limited content options will have you looking at alternatives.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver

The Bottom Line: While it's a bit pricey and far from perfect, the Netgear Digital Entertainer Elite EVA9150 offers an easy way to access the widest array of digital audio, photo, and, especially, video files for the do-it-yourself crowd.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Stereo, Universal remote control

The Bottom Line: The one-two punch of Amazon and Netflix makes the Roku Player an enticing choice for anyone looking for a simple, convenient, and affordable alternative to cable or satellite TV.

The Bottom Line: While it falls short of competing options from Vudu, Apple, and Roku, the 2Wire Blockbuster OnDemand box offers basic on-demand movie streaming at an attractive price.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Remote control

The Bottom Line: A bargain price and built-in DVD player distinguishes the Linksys DMA2200 from rival Windows Media Center Extenders, but we found the performance to be inconsistent.

Specs: DVD player / digital multimedia receiver, Stereo, Remote control

The Bottom Line: CNET did not review the Linksys DMA2100, but we did review the step-up model in the series.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver, Stereo, Remote control

The Bottom Line: Whether you use it as a digital photo frame, Internet radio receiver, an advanced alarm clock, or some Web 2.0 task of your own devising, the Chumby is an extremely fun tech toy for the wired, modern home.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver

The Bottom Line: Whether you use it as a digital photo frame, Internet radio receiver, an advanced alarm clock, or some Web 2.0 task of your own devising, the Chumby is an extremely fun tech toy for the wired, modern home.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver

The Bottom Line: Whether you use it as a digital photo frame, Internet radio receiver, an advanced alarm clock, or some Web 2.0 task of your own devising, the Chumby is an extremely fun tech toy for the wired, modern home.

Specs: Digital multimedia receiver