Xbox 360 For Dummies

Microsoft's Xbox now accounts for 37 percent of the game consolemarket, and the new Xbox 360 is due out for the 2005 holidayseason, months before Sony's PlayStation 3. When gamers take thenew Xbox home, however, they'll soon discover that it's more than ajust a game machine-it's a full-fledged home media hub with morepower than most PCs. This friendly guide shows how to maximize bothgaming and non-gaming features of this amazing machine. * Topics covered include hooking up Xbox 360, taking advantage ofHDTV and Dolby capabilities, using built-in digital video recordingand wireless functions, storing media files, playing music, anddisplaying photos * Shows how to have even more fun by taking an Xbox online formassively multiplayer gaming, instant messaging, and more * Discusses the social potential of the Xbox, which people canuse to make new friends, join groups and teams, and even throwfantastic parties * Includes tips for securing the Xbox from online threats