Game Rating System Explained by Eriani Doyel
If you are a video or computer game purchaser or user, you may or may not be familiar with the rating system for this type of software. Whether you are buying for yourself or someone else, it is important that you understand how the system works and how the actual game rating is determined. ... But, in addition to the vastly improved technology, graphics and sound on the software, many game products are becoming increasingly more violent, and more “adult in their themes. ... The ESRB (Entertainment Software Rating Board) was established as an independent group to rate each game according...

5 Reasons Why You Need a Wireless Network by Cassandra Stinchcombe
As far as I'm concerned, wireless networks are one of the best inventions in history -- they really are the best thing since sliced bread. I mean, really, bread is easy enough to cut yourself, but have you ever tried to wire up a network? So, in the spirit of spreading the word, I'm going to... A wireless network gives you access to your files wherever you are in your home, and makes it easy to synchronise the data on a laptop with a home computer. ... You might have seen an option in your favourite game to play over a LAN.

Computers by Lenore Chapman
I remember the days when only big businesses had computers. I also remember the day my husband bought us our first computer. I was scared to death of it. I wouldn't even turn it on, for fear I would crash. That is all I knew about them, one wrong move and you can crash your computer. ... It took me a long time to get comfortable with the computer but away I went. ... He says I am better on the computer than him. ... Now we have two computers, his and hers and he comes to me when his computer messes up.

Reasons to Start a Wireless Network by Lee Asher
As far as I'm concerned, wireless networks would have to rank as one of the best inventions in history. They really are the best thing since sliced bread. I mean, really, bread is easy enough to cut yourself, but have you ever tried to wire up a network? ... Well, wireless networks are LANs, which means that your whole family can play that game together -- without needing the computers to be anywhere near each other. ... You might have seen an option in your favourite game to play over a LAN. ... A wireless network gives you access to your files wherever you are in your home, and makes it...

7 Simple Steps to Avoid Being a Newbie in Online Games by Tayman Hur
It doesn't matter if you are new to online roleplaying games. The road to becoming elite isn't easily traveled. Some will never reach the top of the hill, but you don't have to remain a newbie forever. Learn everything there is to learn about your chosen game - Head to google or your favorite... Some people may use this to play a game that they don't have time to play, which is understandable...but don't expect ANY respect for your actions. ... Speak to people and create a network of friends - Don't spend too much time with people who don't know anything about the game.

Game Cabinets - A Newcomer's Guide by Michael Russell
Game cabinets are basically cabinets that contain low-end computers and are sometimes painted and decorated to look like real retro arcade machines. The computer is hidden inside the cabinet, opening with a lock and key; if the PC needs to be taken out for some reason. ... When it comes to actually building the game cabinet, you will need plenty of large wood materials and carpentering tools, or you can order such custom parts from companies specialising in selling game cabinet parts, including wooden frames, special televisions, joystick controls and more.

Choosing the Best Monitor for Gaming by Julien David
Are you looking to buy a monitor to be used for gaming? The monitor is one of the most expensive parts of a computer, so you should learn some basic information before going out and spending your money on a crappy monitor. This article will help you buy the best monitor for gaming. ... Buy the biggest monitor you can afford, it's as simple as that. ... Playing a high-end 3D game on a large 22" widescreen LCD monitor is a totally different experience than playing on a small 17" screen. ... I would recommend buying a monitor with a response rate of 8ms (8 milliseconds) or lower.

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... You usually cannot upgrade a graphics card in a laptop computer, so be sure you buy a laptop with a good graphics card. ... Without a dedicated graphics card, your laptop won’t be able to create the surreal 3D graphics that the latest computer games offer you.

Building Computers: Do It Yourself to Get The Perfect Machine by Michael Quarles
The perfect machine, for game play, video editing, or whatever use you have in mind, can come only when all the major and minor parts have been carefully selected. It is a union of chips, circuits, and drives that are exactly right together. Often, this cannot be had from the major computer... Most will buy either Intel or AMD, but not both. ... Build your own computer. ... Get exactly the computer you need, designed specifically for the job. ... They may buy thousands of a certain motherboard, using them as the platform for several different PCs.

Guns Don't Kill People - Videogames Do! by Daniel Robson
“Ban these evil games”, “Videogame violence corrupting our nation’s youth”, “video games stole my husband”. It seems everyday that the media are making more and more claims about the evils of videogames. But are these claims based on fact, or is it merely that there is a juicy new scapegoat out... The consensus at the IGDA meeting this year was that the game was merely “a rubbish game with a layer of crunchy ultra-violence slapped on top”. ... When a game player unglues him (or her) self from the computer monitor and doesn’t find a machine gun lying at their feet, the suspension of...