Why was the Xbox called a videogame system and now the Xbox 360 is being referred to as a videogame and entertainment system?
The Xbox videogame system was Microsofts first foray into the videogame industry. Microsoft had to avoid its PCish look and prove it was serious about his home console. Now that Xbox is an established player in the industry, Microsoft is extending the entertainment capabilities of the Xbox platform by incorporating a vast array of new features related to digital entertainment. The Xbox 360 is an integrated music, picture, games, and movie center. You can use the Xbox Live Camera to video chat or send video messages to friends across the globe via Xbox Live. You can also connect to a Windows XP Media Center PC and stream recorded television, videos, movies, music, and photos from the MCPC straight to the Xbox 360. You can connect your portable music device to enjoy your favorite music while playing a game or chatting with friends online. You can enjoy and share your digital photos with friends and family. You can keep in touch with instant messaging via Windows Messenger and Xbox Live.
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