chc's answer is relevant. In addition I want to say that (d) is out for most users and so is (a), at least in its current instantiation; if Apple does a better

chc's answer is relevant. In addition I want to say that (d) is out for most users and so is (a), at least in its current instantiation; if Apple does a better job with Apple TV... who knows (also the below point applies). Amazon is formidable competitor, but their collection is tiny when compared to Netflix's DVD collection, and is still small when compared to their streaming content. So, on a Friday night, my options are generally: Netflix streaming Large selection, trivial to use Redbox Super tiny selection of blockbusters, $1, needs a drive Amazon Small collection, need to pay on top of my Netflix subscription YouTube Good luck with finding the content and in one piece, need to connect the laptop to TV, or a box, e.g. Google TV (although my wife watches soap Operas from our home country that way, can't get it anywhere else). bittorrent HUGE amount of content, although I've never done it, the virus risk and illegality puts me off