ATV vs Netflix

OK...so assuming you use ATV to stream only, what are the basic differences between it and say Netflix streaming? Tech specs, etc...thanks.
i ask with regards to renting HD movies mostly....
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For whatever it's worth, while so far you can only see 720p HD content on AppleTV and Netflix (via whatever hardware you choose to play/stream it's content with), if it's 1080p HD content you're looking for, there is hardware out there that can access a service called "Vudu" (http://www.vudu.com) that offers 1080p HD movies right now. From what I've been told, you don't have to wait much after beginning the movie buffering to start watching the movie, which is a plus. Also, I believe the movies stream with 5.1 Dolby sound, if you have your speakers set up for that.
As a disclaimer, my information is based solely on the fact that I recently purchased an LG Blu-Ray player that I have hardwired to my internet connection that has built-in software on board that can access Netflix, Blockbuster on demand, and Vudu (as well as other things like Weather Channel online and Picasa). I have not purchased any movies for rent from Vudu, I have only watched a few "previews" available for the movies on Vudu. The previews played flawlessly and looked amazing (I played them on a 50" Pioneer Kuro). The selection seemed OK - most new movies, a decent selection of older and obscure movies. I have NO IDEA of how well a full movie would play, if there is any stuttering, how long you have to watch the movie before the rental period is over, etc.
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