How to Play Classic Games Online

The Internet can give you access to a nearly endless supply of arcade games. Some websites offer dozens of games and the advantage to playing online is that you don't need to download or install much, if any, software.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Think about the kind of games you like. Some of the best classic games are puzzle games, word games or card games. Yahoo! Games and sites like Grab.com or GameRival.com have their games categorized by type, so that it is easy to pick out a game.
2. Check your Internet connection. For most online games, a cable connection works best. Dial-up will be okay for most of the classics, but loading time could be slower and the game might seem sluggish.
3. Check for plug-ins. Some games require specific programs to make them run. A window will pop up and tell you what you need to play the game. If you are on a website you trust, download the material. It usually only takes seconds.
4. Play. Once your computer is set up to play games online, you could have many hours of entertaining computer time ahead of you.
5. Look for competition. Some sites and some games offer multi-player options and play-for-cash options.