5.1 7.1

Hi, I am looking to buy a home theatre system for my home. I am not an audiophile and found out there are difference between HITB and getting all components separate (so you can guess how nave I am with this). Folks please advice me what is more advisable and suggest some good combinations...

hi pals, i have decided to buy yamaha rx-v863 AV reciever after a lot of research on the internet. i felt its the best choice for me. i am getting it from US from one of my friend. all i want to know is should i have to buy a 7.1 channel speakers or is it ok if i setup a 5.1 channel speakers...