What is the Purpose and the use of Video game console

A Video game console's main operation is to obviously play video games. Some can also be used to play movies. The xbox 360 plays DVD'S and the PS3 plays Blu Ray. Online gaming is also another great feature. Xbox LIVE, PSN, and Wii Ware are used to connect and play your favorite games with people from all over the world. Xbox LIVE is 60$ a year, whereas PSN and Wii Ware are free.