For pure online fun and excitement nothing can beat the challenge of a good game. And, because you're connected to the Web, you don't have to play solo. With a few mouse clicks, you can enjoy playing a good game with other people all over the world.
Online games come in a variety of different forms.
Almost all are downloaded right from the Web as either freeware, shareware, or demos. Other game programs can be purchased on CD-ROMS in a retail store. You can download and play freeware games without any payment or fees due to the author. Sometimes the author asks that you register the program by sending a post card or email message letting him know you are using his program. Freeware games are full versions with no crippling limitations.