2. Networking Your Xbox

In this chapter, you learn how to connect your console to the Internet, access Xbox LIVE, and make purchases through your console.

• Establishing a Wireless Connection

• Setting Up a Wired Connection

• Joining Xbox LIVE

• Understanding Xbox LIVE Memberships

• Understanding Microsoft Points

To maximize your enjoyment of the Xbox 360, you need to hook it up to the Internet. You can achieve this via a wireless or wired connection. When your Xbox is networked, you can join Xbox LIVE, which enables you to connect with friends, download and play games, and have instant access to a substantial media library.