Stream Videos To Your Xbox 360

The Microsoft Xbox 360 is a next generation video game console that is designed to be absolutely central to your home entertainment. In addition to playing games, the system will play DVD's and CD's out of the box. Additional add-ons are available to allow the system to play the new HD-DVD format movie discs and to wirelessly stream the photos, music and video from your home computer.

The Microsoft Xbox 360 is a next generation video game console that is designed to be absolutely central to your home entertainment. In addition to playing games, the system will play DVD's and CD's out of the box. Additional add-ons are available to allow the system to play the new HD-DVD format movie discs and to wirelessly stream the photos, music and video from your home computer.

In order to stream video, there are a number of things that you will need.

  • Xbox 360 video game console. This can be purchased at any major electronics retailer for about $400.

  • Windows-based PC. There are many options, but Microsoft does require that the PC streaming the videos be a Windows-based PC.

  • High-speed internet connection (DSL, cable). The Xbox 360 is not designed to work with any low-speed internet connections, such as dial-up. All networking on the Xbox will need to be done with a high-speed internet connection, such as DSL or Cable.

  • Wireless home network (WiFi router). When setting up your home network, purchase a router that is approved for use with the Xbox 360 (visit http://www.xbox.com for more details). The set up is usually straightforward and is explained with the router.

  • Wireless receiver attached to the Xbox 360. The last piece of hardware that you need is a wireless receiver for the Xbox 360. The console is not capable of receiving a signal out of the box, so you will need to purchase an additional piece. Microsoft offers the "official" connector for about $100 at all major electronic stores. It can also be ordered online from major retails, such as Amazon.com and EB Games. ...

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    Author: Brad Halvorsen

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