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I run my HD projector from a high end PC (HTPC or Home Theater PC), it allows me to do things like dynamically process DVD movies to improve image quality to near HD levels. I don't have broadcast TV but I'm told it doesn't work as well with TV because the image is just too crappy to do much with. At this point HD broadcasting is just getting going, but expect huge advances in the next couple years. There is an HD VCR currently available (that works very well) and you can rent HD movies online, so it's very close to the point where it'll make sense to pay a bit extra to get those HD capabilities.
Once you see an HD movie you'll NEVER want to go back to TV quality.
As far as LCD's go... as I said my company provides most of the lcd glass being used in the world, and I can tell you that there are NOT a lot of manufacturers making LCD panels. Most of the makes you see in Circuit City are actually rebadged units or in some cases purchased panels with added electronics.
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