While the FTP function makes perfect sense, it is unclear why the Xbox should need a Web server. In fact, all main XBMC functions can be remotely controlled on any network computer from a browser.
Time synchronization is specified in the XBMC configuration file. A functioning Internet gateway is also required, which could be a Windows PC with Internet sharing protocols activated or with a router.
All the important Xbox functions can be easily performed remotely with the browser. If the Xbox is on a network, music playback, for example, can be controlled from a notebook over a Wireless LAN.
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Patrick Schmid was the editor-in-chief for Tom's Hardware from 2005 to 2006. He wrote numerous articles on a wide range of hardware topics, including storage, CPUs, and system builds.
