I've been out of the hardware scene for quite some time now but I want to build a media center pc. Probably the most important function of this pc is to act as a DVR, so I am deciding between an ATI All-in-wonder x1900 or a separate graphics card and video capture card/tv tuner.
What do you guys prefer?
If the latter, what is a good combination of the two, any recommendations? What compatibility issues might arise?
I also want to be able to record HD TV, not over the air but from the cable. I also want to connect a monitor and tv to this pc. From the HD TV tuners I have seen it says I need a separate tuner if I were to use Windows MCE, why is that?
Anyway, any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

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