I noticed on the Puppy Linux forum that it only played video locally is that the case, I have all mine on a NAS with music etc.
I don't see a problem running as root either.

Hi all Thanks for the replies, very helpful, just what I was expecting. I am going to try the OSMC route with x11 and chrome. I like the simple interface of OSMC, plus the wife can use it as well. I followed the link above from fruitoftheloom. I got it installed no problem and went into the x11 desk...

Hi all I am new to the Raspberry pi, just bought a Pi3 a little while back. I have used Linux before so I am not afraid to do a bit of hacking, but I am no expert. I have mine connected to a 42" TV. Raspbian works OK but video playback is awful, I have tried various things but gave up. I am now usin...