Hi thank you for reading.

I am looking to buy a set top box. I used to have a Technomate system but that died long ago. I now want to get back into having my own satellite setup. I have a 120 cm steerable dish. Not sure what LNB I have, but that is not an issue I can change that if necessary. I have looked at various threads about set top boxes. I am familiar with Technomate. However, looking at what is available in that range the models seem rather dated. I am interested in having two tuners (not compulsory), so everything is in one box both terrestrial and satellite. I have noticed a few boxes are Linux based. I am aware of Linux however I have never used it so not conversant with it. I am familiar with the Windows operating system. is there any advantage in having a Linux based system? Does a Linux and a non-Linux system deliver the same result If that makes any sense?

Kind regards

Tony