Streaming your mac to Apple TV

Hello
My name is callum and i have the newest version of OS X (Mountain Lion) and i was wondering, Can i stream what's on my mac to my Apple TV through Air Play, Just like i can on my iPad?
Thanks

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AirPlay Mirroring requires a second-generation Apple TV or later, OS X 10.8 or better and is supported on the following Mac models: iMac (Mid 2011 or newer), Mac mini (Mid 2011 or newer), MacBook Air (Mid 2011 or newer), and MacBook Pro (Early 2011 or newer).

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