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Streaming International Television (over VPN)

Each time Last100 covers the BBC’s iPlayer I get fired up. Why wait a year for BBC America or DVD for compelling content out of the UK? Of course, the easiest way to catch international television online is by finding (or providing) a friend with a Slingbox.

Warning: Über-geeky networking content follows.

Lala Opens Music Locker and DRM-free MP3 Store

There’s a new music store in town named Lala.com. TechCrunch and many others are calling it a possible game changer or revolution in music sharing/buying. I was pretty skeptical of the concept at first, but after trying it out I’m pretty impressed. It has potential to be a very nice service as a HTPC plugin, too.

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS:

Samsung Blu-ray Deck Gets Netflix and Pandora

TiVo Adds Jaman and Disney VOD

Express Your Media 'Smarts' Giveaway - 10 Chances To Win!

Have you been yearning for a chance to show the world how Media'Smart' you are? Looking for a chance to sync up your digital life with an awesome new computing setup complete with the most advanced touch computing and backup technology?

Now's your chance to shine and win in the Express Your Media'Smarts' Giveaway by Capable Networks. You'll have up to 10 chances to win, in not only weekly drawings but also in the runner up and grand prize drawings.

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