I like the idea of the Netbook as remote in another thread here. But as others are mentioning, it should be able to control different zones as well. One to one control would just be a half finished product imo. This would be the perfect opportunity to really do something about multi client support as well!
The ideal thing would be to:
- be able to control the HTPC/server from a client, with the output on the HTPC/server. Aka remote control
- use the server library on multiple clients with output to it's own zone. Aka Multi zone clients
- enable write from every client, and to lock down a client for read only. Either on a machine basis or preferrably with a username and password as well, to control each part: Music, Video and Images
MC is really lacking here today, and by improving this things, MC could become one of the best choises for one-to-one remote control and one-to-many multi zone nirvana. I would have to start looking for a new house to implement MC in the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and living room. And every single visitor would be amazed!