Prepare for the HD world, i it so happens ur buying a dvd divx player, be sure it has a usb port so u can connect an external drive via usb and just choose and play ur movie files no need to burn and play dvd disc. The most important part is it should have hdmi output so u can connect via hdmi if you have a plasma or lcd flat panel. A better alternative is just buy a PS3. You can enjoy multimedia functions w/ the PS3. Its a game console, bluray player, multimedia player, internet browser, photo storage, etc.