Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOs)
MMO is a genre of online computer role-playing that bring together players from all over the
globe in a persistent game world. In these games, players work alone or together to gain points
and accomplish goals within the game. Most MMOs are based on a subscription revenue model
and continue to make money after the game is first released through virtual economies. Games
that feature role-playing are called Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games or
MMPORGs.
Online social networking
More and more, online sites promote social connection by supporting user-created content that
includes personal profiles, chat rooms, blogs, clubs, and the ability to post music, videos and
audio commentary. Examples of online social networking sites popular among teens include
MySpace, Xanga and Friendster. However, online social networking features are being
integrated into many sites for adults and kids alike.
Profile
Think of a profile as a quick online description of a person, usually including name, nickname, or
username, personal information such as age, birthday and interests, and photographs. Most
profiles have a unique URL which can be visited directly.
Avatars
An avatar is an Internet users online representation of him or herself. Sometimes an avatar is an
actual 3-D model, other times an avatar is an icon used in chat rooms or the personality
attached to a screen name.
Guilds or Clans
In video gaming, a guild or clan is a group of people who play together in multiplayer online
games. These groups can range from just a few people to a sponsored group of over 1000.
Think of these as video game “teams.”
Griefers
People who torment new players by bullying or harassing them.
Xbox Live
Xbox Live on the Xbox 360 connects players to the Internet and enables them to chat with
other players, send and receive voice messages, and play MMOs.
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection is an multi-player online gaming service that provides free online
play for compatible Wii and Nintendo DS games. Each game that uses Wi-Fi generates a Friend
Code. Players may mutually add Friend Codes to be able to connect and game online.
Playstation Network
Playstation network is an online gaming service provided by Sony. There are over 25 million
Playstation Network users registered worldwide. Players can chat with friends, share videos,
instant message, and hang out with friends in this online environment.
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