Thin client?

[ffutures]

I've been vaguely thinking that it'd be nice to get another PC with basic web browsing capabilities and hook it up to the TV on a more or less permanent basis - I could use the laptop instead, but it might be nice to have something there all the time. Trouble is that space is limited and money is currently in short supply. However, I've noticed that second hand thin clients look pretty cheap and are comparatively small; is it worth considering one, or are they more trouble than they're worth? Can anyone make any recommendations?

One thing I need to consider, whatever I get, is that it'd need a network cable - I have a spare socket on the router, but getting a cable through the wall and across the room to the TV unobtrusively wouldn't be easy.

I suppose the alternative I should consider is one of those shoebox-sized PCs with a mini motherboard and a wifi card, but they're rarely cheap. Unless someone knows of one at a budget price, of course...

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[ffutures.livejournal.com]

Not sure there are many in Britain, but I'll check it out.

[epocalypse.livejournal.com]

Sorry forgot we're looking at the UK.

When I was looking to pick up a G4/G5 mac over the last few months (as they were being phased out) I kept checking the refurbished store at Apple and some of the resellers. Cancom always looked good to me.

They have a couple of g4 mac minis available for £300 right now.

Sorry for assuming you were a pc user.

[ffutures.livejournal.com]

I've got both - probably won't stop using the PC any time soon because I have too much investment in software.

[ffutures.livejournal.com]

Forgot to add that £300 is about £250 more than I want to spend right now - I really am looking for a CHEAP option.