Microsoft MN-500 manual Playing Games on Your Network and on the Internet

Playing Games on Your Network and on the Internet

Many of the most popular games now have multiplayer capability, allowing two or more players to compete by using a local network. With network-enabled games, you can use your networked computers to play games with friends and family members.

Most games come with documentation that explains all you need to know to configure your network for multiplayer gaming. However, the following steps might help you prepare for playing games over the network:

OIf you have purchased a multiplayer game, be sure to install it on each computer on the network that will be used for playing games.

OMake sure that the network protocols necessary to run the games that you want are installed on each computer on your network. For more information, see the documentation that came with your games.

OIf you are playing an Internet-based game, you might also be required to pay user fees or download game files to your computer. Be sure to follow the directions provided on the game’s Web site.

OIf you have problems connecting to an Internet-based game, you might need to configure your base station to work with your game. For instructions on how to do this, see the MN-500: Base Station Configuration Guide on the Setup CD.

For information about playing games on the Internet, and for other game-related information, visit: www.microsoft.com/broadbandnetworking.

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