Atlanta-based netWorks is out to
redefine what a gaming center can be. The company, which was founded in
January 2004, not only offers the latest in technology for area gamers,
but also for businesses looking for a top spot for meetings and other
events. Chris Anglin and Stephen Williams are the company principals,
and Anglin talked about what makes netWorks stand out.
What does netWorks do?
We feel netWorks is the
premier destination for technology entertainment and services. We offer
state-of-the-art computers for LAN or online gaming. We also offer
business services that include copying, printing, faxing, facility
rental and software services.
Our gaming services provide a place
for gamers to gather in a social environment for friendly competition
and interaction with others sharing in gaming fun. This is further
facilitated through tournaments, LAN parties and sponsored events.
Our business services offer small business access to
ever-changing equipment without the large capital investment. Our
high-tech meeting room allows businesses to conduct meetings, training,
and seminars for a more reasonable cost of normal meeting facilities.
What makes netWorks unique among gaming centers?
A
number of things. There's our location, being in the mall; our size, to
promote socialization and allow for additional services; the company
concept, which is to be more engaging with parents and casual gamers--in
other words, non-threatening; our business services, offering services
and meeting facilities, and the team-building that's possible when using
today's technology; and our mission, which is all about building a
community.
We offer a new entertainment option for the entire
family to enjoy. Now parents can interact with their kids in an
environment that's exciting and entertaining. netWorks has taken the LAN
Center to another level by focusing on the social interaction of gaming.
We offer state-of-the-art technology and the latest gaming titles. We
welcome all levels of gamers and frequently reclaim some gamers that
haven't played since the "Duke Nukem" era. We have built a facility that
promotes the social aspect of technology and promotes interaction with
others through online multi-player gaming.
On any given day, you
might find a group of LAN gamers, students working on a school project,
or small-business owners getting tips on how to use computer software to
market their business more effectively.
Our business services
cater to companies that don't have the technology budget to invest in
complex technology and software. We offer faxing, copying, scanning,
Internet access, desktop publishing, hardware solutions, and a large
meeting room.
We incorporate gaming into our team-building
services. Since many of the multiplayer games have team-oriented
concepts we have been developing with our team-building consultants a
program that will help teams understand their strengths and weaknesses,
and also look to ways to improve themselves for a more productive work
environment.
What does netWorks have planned for the
future?
From a gaming perspective, we have monthly PC and
console tournaments, new game showcases, all night LAN parties
(lock-ins), and expanding on branded tournament style, netWorks
Gameathelon.
We also will be rolling out our netWorks How-To
series, where people can get information on how to best utilize
technology at home and in the workplace.
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