No HDMI or DVI

I am looking at switching from cable to NetFlix and trying to figure out the best way for my household to do that. Someone suggested AppleTV. In looking into it, I have discovered that I am not sure I have the right gear. Can someone help simplify things for me?
I have two old CRT TVs. Not looking to upgrade anytime soon. So I have the standard red/white/yellow AV inputs and the 5 plug component input on one of them.
Is there any way for me to get ATV working in this situation? What (specifically please) would I need to buy other than the ATV box?
I should say that I am somewhat technically inclined but am a bit of a Luddite when it comes to AV technology.
Thanks in advance!

Welcome to the Apple Community.
The Apple tv requires HDMI. There are converters but they aren't cheap and there are potential issues when using them.
Some content contains HDCP (copy protection) your composite connection will not carry HDCP so protected content will not play. I don't know if netflix contains HDPC, but it may well do. Also many CRTs have an aspect ratio of 4:3, the Apple tv works at 16:9 and will squash your content when viewed on a 4:3 screen.

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