Connecting Macbook 13.3" to Samsung 32" TV 720p

Hi guys.
Getting my new Samsung 32" TV tomorrow, link at the bottom, and I've been wondering what's the best method of connecting it to my Macbook. I bought the Mac pretty much two years ago, if that makes a difference.
Thanks!
Link: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Samsung-LE32C450-32-inch-Widescreen-Freeview/dp/tech-dat a/B003DNSJAO/ref=deasmtd

Greetings Ankitpradeep,
One way to use your TV to display what is on the screen of your MacBook Pro wirelessly would be to use an Apple TV and AirPlay.
This page gives a general description of the Apple TV and what it can do -
Apple - Apple TV - HD iTunes content and more on your TV.
This page tells more about AirPlay -
Apple TV - AirPlay - Play content from iOS devices on Apple TV.
Thanks for using Apple Support Communities.
Be well,
Brett L

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