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Xbox LIVE is a service offered by Microsoft Corporation that enables online multiplayer gaming and access to various digital media. It was first made available in 2002 and has evolved considerably since then, with new features added regularly, including extension of the service to other platforms, such as Windows Phone and Windows 8. It is available as a free service and as a subscription-based service. Joining Xbox LIVE is crucial to getting the most out of your console.

You can purchase an Xbox LIVE Gold membership directly through your Xbox, but you can likely save some money if you shop around. Check other retailers before you buy, such as game stores and online retailers. At Amazon.com, for instance, you can opt to purchase a card that contains a code that gives you access to Xbox LIVE for a certain amount of time, or you can opt to receive the code via email after you make your payment. If using a third-party retailer, be sure to use one that is reputable, especially if you opt to receive your code electronically.

Even if you want to upgrade to Xbox LIVE Gold, you may want to select Upgrade Later. Microsoft has various offers, so sometimes selecting Upgrade Later automatically gives you a free trial to Xbox LIVE Gold. If no such offer is available, you can always go back and upgrade your membership.

A Gamertag is your username on Xbox LIVE and other platforms, including Windows Phone and Games for Windows LIVE. Because it identifies your profile on Xbox LIVE and is the method people use to locate you on Xbox LIVE, you may want to customize it.

When you purchase Xbox LIVE Gold membership through your Xbox, it automatically renews until you cancel it. If you receive a promotional deal, it is only good for the initial trial. Upon renewal, you will be charged whatever the going price is for the option that you initially selected. If you want to avoid automatic renewals, purchase a card or code for Xbox LIVE Gold membership from other retailers instead of paying for it through your console with a credit card.

Microsoft Points are the currency that you use to purchases digital content from the Xbox LIVE Marketplace. This digital content includes games, game add-ons, accessories for your avatar, and videos. You can buy Points directly through your Xbox 360 or from other retailers. As of this writing, if you purchase these Points directly through your Xbox 360, you can buy as few as 400 Points ($4.99) or as many as 6,000 Points ($74.99). Third-party retailers generally sell prepaid cards that contain 1,600 or 4,000 Microsoft Points. Some retailers allow you to opt to receive the code to redeem your Microsoft Points immediately upon purchase via email, rather than having to wait for the card with the code to arrive in the mail; however, some delays in accessing codes have still been reported with this option.

Points that are purchased do not expire, but if you are awarded Points through promotions, these can have expiration dates. However, when you use your Points to make a purchase, Xbox LIVE automatically uses those with the nearest expiration date.

If you opt to receive your Microsoft Points code electronically from a third-party retailer, be sure to buy only from a reputable company. There have been reports of individuals receiving bogus codes from some online retailers.

There are several Xbox LIVE Points Converters on the Web. You can find a particularly good one at -live-points-converter. This calculator enables you to covert points to dollars and vice versa between six different currencies.

PayPal is a free service that enables you to securely make payments and transfer money over the Internet. When you sign up for a PayPal account, you link your checking or savings account, or debit or credit card, to PayPal. You can also add money to your PayPal account via MoneyPak, which works like a cash top-up card.

When you have a PayPal account, which can be set up at www.paypal.com, you can link your Xbox LIVE account to your PayPal account, giving you another means to make purchases through your console. To link your PayPal account to your Xbox LIVE account, go to www.xbox.com/paypal and follow the instructions. You can also add your PayPal account directly on your Xbox by following these steps.

Through Windows Phone, you can connect and play games with your friends, regardless of your geographic location. The phone uses your Xbox LIVE avatar and gamer profile to keep track of your scores and wins. It also enables you to see which of your friends are online and what they are up to on their consoles, PCs, or Windows Phones.

Xbox LIVE members can access their account information on the Web at any time by logging into Xbox LIVE at www.xbox.com. When logged in, you can keep track of your friends, monitor your achievements, edit your avatar, queue games to download to your Xbox 360, send and receive messages, redeem Microsoft Points, and more.

The Xbox 360 console software is periodically updated, providing you with new features and services. Having your console connected to Xbox LIVE ensures you always have the latest console software, as you are automatically prompted to update your software when an update becomes available. Turn to Chapter 1 for more information on updating your dashboard.

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