Theres more to it actually.
Advantages of using a HTPC:
• Movies play back instantly, no load times, advertising, menus or other crap to wait through.
• Instant access to your library, all of your library.
• All fully integrated with a single remote control. I use a high end Harmony but mostly any remote will do.
• Better playback quality.
• Better deinterlacing options.
• Better options for avoiding judder.
• Only need a single device to connect to my receiver. Possibly a cable box if you watch TV but I even got rid of that with an OTA antenna.
In my opinion, the HTPC is a vastly superior solution, but it's not right for everyone. There is a certain degree of technical knowledge required, should not be an issue for most folks on the Axiom forums
