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The Xbox is possibly the most familiar console video gaming device on the market to consumers. It is rumored that Bill Gates had its release delayed for years in order to include every bit of available technology to make it the ultimate gaming machine and something that everyone would want. Computers and the internet have increased the attractiveness of online gaming over console game to many game fans, so a lot of effort was necessary to boost the console concept. The Xbox was finally released to the world in late 2001.

This console includes both a basic computer chip and numerous options for AV connections, and it is compatible with the following: standard AV cable, RF connecter, TOSLINK audio and S-Video, SCART, and High Definition devices. The Xbox can interface with a PC and additional accessories help to make it serviceable as a DVD player. The Xbox connects to the Ethernet cable to either a modem, router, or wireless link, and it's ability to interface with a PC allows for expansion of it's gaming potential, and the new ability to work as a music player or mixer for karaoke singing.

The video game controllers for the Xbox are quite ingenious, packed with options and functions. They have certainly come a long way since the early console game with a simple two-button joystick. The Xbox controllers almost remind onlookers of the dashboard of a small airplane. The controllers are available in different styles with two analog control sticks, a directional touch pad, six function buttons, back and start buttons, and slots to hold accessories. To accommodate complex games that players may want to save and continue later, the controllers have memory card slots to save games.

It is common to find that games will disable the memory card to prevent users from activating cheating patches, but that inevitably leads to Xbox players resorting to hacks to sidestep such tactics. An online multi player gaming service which lets a player play with other players worldwide can be a huge draw. This allows you to show your skills against other players instead of merely against the computer.

There has been controversy over pricing for this game, with Europe complain that they were being overcharged as much as 100% over the US prices, and new version releases also have had inflated prices. Other complaints have centered on the content and violence of individual game releases. This also has been the same for other brands of similar game consoles.

An Xbox is a great way to provide entertainment possibilities for kids and adults. The prices of the system have gone down and many games are traded and sold at a discount. It still remains one of the most desired gifts for holidays or birthdays and many households have more then one system.