Ars Technica

How to tell if a motherboard supports digital audio output? (specifically S/PDIF)

My music server (an old desktop PC) finally died and I'm looking to build a new box to replace it. Due to the age of my receiver, I need the new server to output digital audio via an S/PDIF coaxial ...
Ars Technica

USB surround card with Dolby Digital 5.1 via optical

I'm looking for a device to add 5.1 surround to my PC. The AMD APU doesn't support 5.1 over HDMI for whatever reason, only stereo, or I'd use my normal HDMI optical audio extractor as usual. I have a ...
Macworld

New iPod dock includes digital optical audio

Wadia Digital on Monday introduced the 170iTransport, a new docking station designed for the iPod. The 170iTransport costs $379. The 170iTransport features digital optical audio and component video ...
CNET

Surround Sound Gaming: Connect your PS2, Xbox or Gamecube to a home theatre

Get the most out of your games by hooking up your PlayStation 2, Xbox or GameCube to a surround sound system. With so many games now supporting full 5.1 channel surround sound, having your console of ...