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Microsoft Points to Currency Converter
Microsoft Points used on the Xbox Live Marketplace don't convert to dollars 1-to-1, so it can be kind of confusing to figure out how much you are actually spending. This converter changes MS Points to several currencies from around the world.

Xbox 360 Video Marketplace FAQ
A great feature of the Xbox 360 is that you can download movies and TV shows to your hard drive. It is simple, fairly painless, and a great way to watch movies and TV shows. And many are even available in high-definition. Find out all of the details right here.

What Family Settings Does The Xbox 360 Offer?
When talking about kids and videogames, my philosophy is that it is usually better to play games with your younger kids rather than to just let them loose on their own. I can guarantee that it is going to be more fun for both of you if you can play together. As kids get older, though, you might not always be able to monitor what they are playing and for how long. That is where the parental control features of the Xbox 360 can step in to lend you a hand.

What is the Halo 3 Special Edition Xbox 360 System?
To celebrate the launch of Halo 3, Microsoft released a special edition Xbox 360 system. Find out what is different about it from the other Xbox 360 systems right here.

Is It Worth It To Upgrade To An HDTV?
An HDTV isn’t required to enjoy an Xbox 360 or PS3, but it does make a pretty big difference in the experience these systems offer and is a worthwhile purchase for a number of other reasons besides just gaming. Find out all about it right here.

What Is The Xbox 360 HD DVD Drive?
The next-gen DVD format wars are upon us and Microsoft has chosen to side with HD DVD against Sony's Blu-ray format. For $199.99 you can get an HD DVD drive add-on for your Xbox 360, but what all can it do? Find out right here.

How To Transfer Data from 20GB HDD To 120GB HDD
Whether you upgrade to the Elite from the Premium or simply buy the 120GB HDD separately, transferring your data from the small one to the bigger one is easy. Find out all about it right here.

What Is The Xbox 360 Elite System?
Microsoft has announced a new version of the Xbox 360 system. What does the Elite have that the Premium and Core don't? Find out right here.

Xbox 360 Wireless Networking Info
We aren't living in the stone age anymore, so dump that wired broadband connection and connect your Xbox 360 to Xbox Live wirelessly. There are quite a few different ways to go about it, and we cover them right here.

Xbox 360 Backward Compatibility List
There are currently more than 200 Xbox games compatibile with the Xbox 360. This list shows every BC game available. Our receommended titles have been listed in bold.

How to Connect An Xbox 360 to Your TV
If you need some help connecting your new Xbox 360 to your TV, this step by step guide should help you out.

How Can I Customize My Xbox 360?
You can change the look of the Xbox 360 to match your own style in a few different ways. Find out how here.

Can I Watch DVDs on Xbox 360?
Just like the original Xbox, the 360 can play DVDs. Find out the details right here.

Where Can I Buy An Xbox 360?
The Xbox 360 has been pretty hard to find but this FAQ should point you in the right direction.

Can I Play Xbox Games on Xbox 360?
The Xbox 360 is backwards compatable with certain original Xbox games. Read on for details.

What is the Xbox 360 Premium System?
The Xbox 360 Premium system is $400 and includes a hard drive among other extra features. Find out the details here.

What is the Xbox 360 Core System?
Find out details of the Xbox 360 Core system right here.

What is a Gamerscore?
Achievements and the associated points that make up your gamerscore are some of the coolest things that make the Xbox 360 special. Click here for all of the details.

What Are Achievements?
Achievements are special awards you get for meeting certain conditions in the Xbxo 360 games you play. Find out all about them right here.

What is a Gamer Profile?
Your gamer profile is your personlized ID on Xbox Live. Find out all about it right here.

What Are Microsoft Points?
Microsoft Points are the currency of the Xbox Live Marketplace. Find out all of the details right here.

What is the Xbox Live Marketplace?
One of the best new features of the Xbox 360 is the Xbox Live Marketplace. Find out all of the details right here.

What is the Xbox Live Arcade?
The Xbox Live Arcade is a special feature of the Xbox 360 that allows you to download games to your Xbox 360. Find out all of the details here.

What is Xbox Live Silver?
If you don't want to pay for Xbox Live you aren't completely missing out. The free Xbox Live Silver service still has a lot to offer. Find out all about it right here.

What Is Xbox Live Gold?
There are two versions of Xbox Live on the Xbox 360. This FAQ has details on the Gold level of service.

What Is Xbox Live?
Xbox Live is Microsoft's online service for the Xbox and Xbox 360. Find out what it is and what it does right here.

What Are The Specs Of The Xbox 360?
Just how powerful is the Xbox 360? Take a look at the official specs to find out.

What Is The Xbox 360?
Just what is this Xbox 360 people are talking about? Find the answer right here.