With Linux making huge strides on desktops, the biggest proof is in the media capabilities of Linux. With a couple of applications, your Linux box can now play any media format you throw at it. And with MythTV, you can convert your computer into a Tivo!

Whether you prefer a pocket sized point-and-shoot or a hefty SLR with a bag full of lenses, Linux supports your digital photography needs. Most cameras offer plug-and-play simplicity for transferring images from the camera to the computer, and you have a wide range of choices for managing and editing your photos -- even the Raw formats preferred by professional shutterbugs. Linux also supports high-quality printer output for when you are ready to hang something on the wall.