Streaming HD content from Intel Core Solo Mac Mini to new Apple TV

Hello,
Here is my query:
I have an Intel Core Solo Mac Mini connected to my HDTV that I use to play iTunes/DVDs etc. It does this very well. However, the processor isn't fast enough to play HD content, and it drops frames and stutters.
If I bought a new Apple TV, would that stream the HD content from the Mac Mini with no problems (as it would be the Apple TV that does the processing)?
Also, would it be recommended (or indeed possible) to connect the Apple TV to the Mac Mini via ethernet, as the Mac Mini is not Airport 801n.
If the Apple TV can play the HD content without problems, then this would extend the life of my much loved Mac Mini and would mean I wouldn't have to update to a much newer one.
Thanks for reading

Zach Rathore wrote:
If I bought a new Apple TV, would that stream the HD content from the Mac Mini with no problems (as it would be the Apple TV that does the processing)?
i expect it would.
Also, would it be recommended (or indeed possible) to connect the Apple TV to the Mac Mini via ethernet, as the Mac Mini is not Airport 801n.
it is possible and i would recommend the ethernet connection.
JGG

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