remote desktop requires you to have a computer to connect to a computer. I want one computer, out in the garage and then just have monitors/tvs/keyboards/mice scattered around the house.

Collectively, I've got about 18GB of RAM, 5 processors, 5 video cards... just scattered around in various computers. And rarely are all the computers being used at the same time.

I shouldn't require a computer to watch downloaded movies on my TV in the living room. I just need a video cable connected to the main PC. (and ya, 33ft is a bitch)

A single, home computer that is accessible everywhere. Trust me, one day it'll be the norm.