Are you Game?

Admit it. You love playing computer games. And because of the Internet, you are no longer confined to playing one-on-one with the computer. Now, you can play the same game with different people from all over the world right in your home. That ism if your parents would not mind the Internet, phone and electric bills.

The Internet offers a hundreds of games whether you are a novice or an expert. Some games are free; others require a monthly subscription fee. You can find portals that give you access to different games. These portals allow you to play the games online or you can download them onto your computer so you can play them even without Internet connection.

Some online games require plug-in. Pug-ins, such as Flash and Micromedia, enable your computer to run the games.

Some of the popular game portals are Yahoo! Games and Shockwave. Some of the games available online are the all-time favorites. Solitaire and Crossword Puzzles. There are science and math brainteasers. Think about learning and having fun at the same time.

And if you are looking for a more sophisticated and exciting online adventure, there is the role-playing game. In a role-playing game, you put yourself in the shoes of the character and try to think and act as that person would. You can develop and build the character and allow it to have its own history and personality. At the same time, you can also link up and play with other people. Individual gamers from across the world often join together and compete with other teams in a game.

Online games can be addictive. You must not let yourself get too engrossed that you already neglect other important things like your family, studies or work.

Enjoy the game but do not let it rule you.