Gaming as a Cultural Thermometer: Beyond the Frat Pack by James Boza
When I walked into the store, all I wanted was some lunch-type that could get me through the rest of the work week. However, when I passed the crowd of onlookers just past the store entrance, and then nearly tripped over the rickety card table (complete with cheesy plastic tablecloth) that they... Many people on the Internet marvel at how “mainstream” that gaming has become, and wonder why exactly it is that you see rappers on TV in 2006 hyping video games, which was the same thing that got you called a hopeless dork 15 years ago.

Combating Your Ancient Video Card by Pamela Stevens
You hooked up your new monitor and can’t wait to see how your game looks on the new screen, only to see pausing and skips. Before you rush it back to the store for a refund, the jerky animation you see could be your aged video card (graphics card) or outdated drivers. ... So check the documentation that came with your computer or go to the manufacturer’s website to see if your computer model is capable of upgrading. ... If the new graphics card you are looking at costs more than your computer is worth, you may want to think about upgrading your computer.

Sony PlayStation 3 vs. Microsoft Xbox 360 by Victor Vargo
Regardless of the interest you have at heart or the business you are in there is always a rivalry between the best in anything. Pepsi vs. Coke. Wal-Mart vs. Target. Coors vs. Budweiser. You get the point, when it comes to being the best it doesn’t matter who you are, there is always a rival and... Both video gaming giants offer an online gaming service to allow gamers to be able to compete with each other across the world. ... Whether you know which is better without playing both is solely based on if you are a computer genius or not.

Online Games; They Are A Boon If You Have A Single Child by CD Mohatta
The good old days, when we all used to play games in a group are gone. In those days, the families used to have more than a single child and it was a joy to play games such as monopoly and others. The joy was in the games as well as the group interaction. ... Computer is there as a friend to play game with your child. ... Now do that with your computer. ... Look for a good gaming site that offers free online games. ... Let the child enjoy the pleasure of playing against the skill of the computer.

How to Make A Game by Nick Destefano
Have you ever dreamed about making your own game? Whether it be a simple game or a complex strategy game that requires a lot of skill, making your own game can be a very fun and challenging task. The games that have been developed today in large companies are coded by skilled programmers that... Computer games 3. ... Generally all you will need to code your games in at first is notepad. ... This is actually not true as all you need is a simple manual or guide to walk you through on how to create your own game.

Video Game Design: What Courses Should Gamers Take? by Hitoshi Jones
Although many video game enthusiasts are content to spend their free time with their consoles, there is a small percentage of gamers though who would like to make their living in the industry. Getting a video game design job is not an easy task though. ... Computer Graphic Design And Animation Courses You will also want to take classes in computer animation. ... Even now, computer games and simulations have become very in-depth and demand the player to think strategically in order to make their way through the various levels and challenges.

Essential Tips on Gaming for Newbies: The World of Internet Games by Paul W Wilson
Internet games use the cyber world technology for playing. Games are extremely popular and constantly evolving. There are: • Games played using e-mail. • Games played on a browser window by using a web address. • Games played using Internet Relay Chat, Telenet, MUD client, or a Web based forum. ... For serious gaming the computer performance must be optimized. ... • Always shut down the computer properly. ... • Correct folder and file errors by using scandisk---use once a week and the computer will give trouble free performance.

Buying the Best Gaming Laptop by Julien David
If you're in the market for a new gaming laptop there are some certain things you should look out for. This article will explain the various factors you should consider when buying the best laptop for your gaming needs. Processor The processor inside your laptop will have a lot of influence on... Graphics Card This is perhaps the most important component in a gaming laptop. ... Without a dedicated graphics card, your laptop won’t be able to create the surreal 3D graphics that the latest computer games offer you.

Massively Multiplayer Online Games by Jonathon Hardcastle
The most important aspect of a game that inspires more gamers to play it is the amount of challenge it provides. The best way of making a game more challenging is to make it multiplayer. Because Artificial Intelligence in computer games has not reached a point yet where it can predict every kind... MMOG's are able to support thousands of players online simultaneously. ... Only a few MMOG's have a winning condition that too based on the standings of the players after due time the game has been played.

Custom Gaming Laptops - Five Things You Must Consider When Building a Gaming Laptop by Laura Alter
Gone are the days when you would have been laughed at if you walked into an all-night LAN party carrying your trusty laptop and expecting to hang with the giant computer towers standing at everyone’s feet. The gaming laptop computers of today sport huge, crisp LCD screens, cutting-edge video... The best gaming laptop computer LCD screens out there are at least 15 inches. ... Do your best to find a balance between current and future technology and what your computer habits are beyond gaming. ... Since there are so many customizable components in these laptops, a standard practice has been...