| 1. Is the Internet a good place for playing games? |
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The Internet has always been friendly to people who like to play games. From the very beginning, it's been a great way to
download shareware and demos and to exchange help and hints. In the earlier days of the Internet, some people played turn-based
games via e-mail -- one player would take a turn and then e-mail the virtual game board to the next player. Other people created
text based MUDs (Multi-User Dungeons) to play D&D style games over long distances.
Advances in computer technologies along with increases in connection speeds mean that you can play more and more games
over the Internet. Many commercial games come with multiplayer network options built in. Game services like Battle.net and
the MSN Gaming Zone are creating new networked forums for playing games.
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| 2. What should I be prepared for as someone new to playing games on the Internet? |
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Unless you're connecting with people you know, be prepared for a hostile environment and don't allow children to play online
unsupervised. Some gaming arenas may be more refined than others -- online Bridge players are probably more sedate than their
Quake counterparts, but don't count on it. Most people who go online to play any kind of game are there because they want
a higher level of competition, so even Bridge can be serious business to some players.
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| 3. What are some good starting points for learning about playing games on the Internet? |
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- Commercial Games
- Traditional Games (cards, etc.)
- Gaming Help, Hints, Reviews
- Game Services and Networks
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