Set up a Linux Media Server Using Ubuntu 8.10

geek.com: This project attempts to show you how to make your own home media server from readily available PC components & open source software. The software components we’ll be using in this feature are:

• Ubuntu Linux 8.10
• Firefly DAAP Server (for streaming to iTunes clients, Roku Soundbridge, and other DAAP aware devices)
• MediaTomb – this allows streaming of audio & video over the ubiquitous UPnP protocol

Most newer TVs and game consoles (the PS3) are UPnP capable and allow you to stream content from UPnP enabled sources. iTunes (Windows) and Rhythmbox (Linux) can play media that is centrally hosted on this type of server - an excellent way to setup a centralized, on demand audio/video library in your home.