What does the Apple TV add to an HDMI cable?

Hello
This isn't meant to be a facetious question - just a genuine enquiry:
Now that the Apple TV doesn't have a storage drive anymore (I believe), what advantages does it confer over simply connecting a MacBook Pro to a TV with a MiniDisplay Port to HDMI cable?
Of course, I realise that a cable isn't a viable option for a desktop computer and as far as laptops go, it isn't as aesthetically pleasing but I am genuinely interested to know what would be the purpose of having an Apple TV?
Thanks for your help..

TheNudger wrote:
..........Am I correct in saying that the Apple TV only gets it media by streaming from the computer or mobile device rather..........
No, that's incorrect, there are a number of services the Apple TV connects directly to the internet for. Indeed it would be fair to say as the Apple TV has developed the number of internet services have grown and in many cases now users see their primary use for the Apple TV as a gateway to these services rather than an extension of their iTunes application on their computer.

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