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Section I. Introduction
Section II. What is the Xbox?
Section III. Components
Section IV.Xbox Live
Section V. Accessories
Section VI. Games
Section VII. Conclusion

Section I. Introduction

• We are creating this guide in order to add additional information and to answer any questions you may have on the Xbox and Xbox 360 gaming stations. While reading this guide, the format of our guide will aid you in gaining knowledge about certain areas of the system as well as answering any questions you may have.

Special thanks to Ctrlaltkick for his help finding information for this guide as well as putting in additional input.
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Section II. What is the Xbox?

The Xbox

The Xbox is a video game console produced by Microsoft. It was Microsoft's first foray into the gaming console market, and competed with Sony's PlayStation 2, Sega's Dreamcast, and Nintendo's GameCube. The integrated Xbox Live service allows players to compete online.The Xbox 360

Models

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Section III. Components

Xbox 360 Components

Manufacturer:

Type:

Generation:

Retail availability:

Units sold Worldwide:

Media:

Add-on:

CPU :

Storage capacity:

Memory:

Graphics:

Controller input:

Connectivity:

Online services:

Backward compatibility:

Predecessor:

Section IV. Xbox Live

Xbox Live

Current Xbox Live Features

Gamertag

Friends list

Xbox Communicator

Matchmaking

High-speed content downloads

Mottos

Game achievements

Reputation rating

Gamerscores

Recent player list

Complaint filing system

Windows Live messenger integration

Xbox Live Marketplace

Video Chat

Multiplayer gameplay

Bio section

Parental controls

Xbox Newsletter

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_live

Connection to Xbox Live

Problems Connecting To Xbox Live

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Xbox Live Cost

$49.95

Section V. Accessories

Xbox 360 Controller

Controller Accessories

Original Xbox Controller

• The Xbox controller features two analog sticks, a pressure sensitive directional pad, two analog triggers, a Back button, a Start button, two accessory slots and six 8-bit analog action buttons (A/Green, B/Red, X/Blue, Y/Yellow, and Black and White buttons.) The standard Xbox controller was originally the Xbox controller for all territories except Japan. The standard Xbox controller has been criticized for being bulky compared to other video game controllers (it was awarded "Blunder of the Year" by Game Informer in 2001 and a Guinness World Record for the biggest controller in Guinness World Records Gamer's Edition 2008, as well as being ranked the second worst video game controller ever by IGN editor Craig Harris. The Controller S was released in other territories by popular demand, and eventually replaced the standard controller in the Xbox's retail package, with the larger original controller available as an accessoryWireless Gaming Receiver

• This allows PC and Xbox 360 owners to use their wireless gamepads, racing wheels, and headset on their computer.Universal Media Remote

Examples of Unique Controllers

AV Connectors and Cables

HD DVD Player

• Main Article:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xbox_360_HD_DVD_Player

Wired Headset

• It allows gamers to use in game voice chat, private chat, party chat, audio for video chat and in-game voice recognition. The headset can also be used with a PC but requires a controller to do so. Some upcoming Xbox 360 titles may benefit from voice command. It has an in-line volume control and a mute switch.Wireless Headset

• The Headset has the same uses for the wired headset. Up to four wireless headsets can be used simultaneously on a single Xbox 360. The headset features a built-in rechargeable battery, which lasts up to 8 hours, and comes with a charger and an instruction manual. The headset fits over either ear and comes with two sizes of removable ear grips for a better fit. The headset uses the same 2.4 GHz wireless technology as the wireless controller and functions within the same 30 foot range and can be used with or without a controller connected to the console.Live Vision camera

• The ability to create an in-game representation of a player is possible using this camera and a suitable game.Storage

Wireless Network Adapter

Faceplates

• The default black or white faceplate can be replaced with a range of custom designs, each sold separately.
Section VI. Games

The Game Section

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Xbox_games_compatible_with_Xbox_360

Role-Playing Game

A RPG is "a game in which the participants assume the roles of fictional characters. Participants determine the actions of their characters based on their characterization, and the actions succeed or fail according to a formal system of rules and guidelines. Within the rules, players have the freedom to improvise; their choices shape the direction and outcome of the game."

Examples

First Person Shooting

What light through yonder window breaks? It must be the flash of the double barreled shotgun! First person shooters are characterized by two things. First, you pretty much blow up everything you see. Second, the action takes place in first person. That is, through the eyes of the character who's doing all the shooting. You may even see your hands or weapon at the bottom of the screen. They can be set in fantasy, science fiction, present day `real world' and many other settings.

Examples

Third Person Shooting

Similar to FPS, but you view your character in third person and in 3D. On modern third person shooters you can usually do some really kick-butt maneuvers like Jackie Chan style back flips and side rolls.

Examples

Racing

A Racing Game is a genre of video games, either in the first- or third-person perspective, in which the player partakes in a racing competition with any type of land, air, or sea vehicles. They may be based on anything from real-world racing leagues to entirely fantastical settings.

Examples

Fighting

A fighting game is a video game genre where the player controls an on-screen character and engages in one-on-one close combat with an opponent. These characters tend to be of equal power and fight matches consisting of several rounds, which take place in an arena.'

Examples

Strategy

A Strategy Game generally simulates some kind of scenario. The scenario can be peaceful, like running a successful city, or not, like illegal drug selling operation or an all-out war strategy game. The types of games usually take a long time to complete and require a lot of brainpower.

Examples

Music

Get ready to Rock! Music games are usually compromise of interactive game play where you become a rocking guitarist or an amazing vocalist.

Examples

Kids Games

Kids games are are informal games, most often played by children without adult organization, sometimes even despite the disapproval of adults. They are part of children's street culture. There is a list of children's party games in the article on party games.

Examples

Sports

Sports games involve physical and tactical challenges, and test the player's precision and accuracy. Most sports games attempt to model the athletic characteristics required by that sport, including speed, strength, acceleration, accuracy, and so on. As with their respective sports, these games take place in a stadium or arena with clear boundaries. Sports games often provide play-by-play and color commentary through the use of recorded audio.

Examples

Halo: The Backbone of the Xbox

Section VII. Conclusion

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