Hooking my MacBook up to my hdtv

I have a new hdtv and I would like to hook my Mac up to it so that I can watch the shows and videos that I have on my Mac on my tv. I looked in the store, but since I am not sure what it is that I am looking for, I wasn't able to find anything. What do I need to do this?

If I may jump into this discussion, I would recommend either the HDMI or DVI port. Either way you will also need a separate audio cord since the mini-DVI does not have the audio channel. IF you go with the HDMI port on your TV, it will be necessary to have an audio port on the same input. I realize this may not be clear.
On my Sony, I have 3 HDMI inputs, but only one of them allows for a separate audio channel (if needed.) Your DVI input CERTAINLY will have a separate audio input.
It is my understanding that HDMI and DVI are exactly the same EXCEPT for the audio channel.

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