[READ] FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS) ABOUT ORIGIN - PART 1
Q: what is the Origin?
A: with the Origin, you get all of EA's video game world in a single application. With the Origin, you can buy and play your favorite games from EA, whatever it is and wherever you are. Integrated are also social features such as profiles, friends lists, and chat, so you can easily connect and play with your friends. There is a website – www.origin.com – where you can preview and preorder the game as well as it is an application that is at the heart of your gaming experience on a PC platform, where you can buy and download games.
Q: How can I use the Origin?
A: you can visit http://www.origin.com/to purchase and pre-order the game and www.origin.com/download to download the latest version of Origin client to your computer.
Q: what is the Origin of features?
A: in addition to quickly and seamlessly download full games directly to your PC, Origin is integrated in many of the new games from EA. main features for customers include:
Autopatchning – when you start a game you control Origin automatically if there are any updates for your game and download them directly.
Background menu-a menu of options that you can use while playing EA games with Origin. You can chat with friends, open up a Web browser and much more.
Integrated customer support-help 24 hours a day if you need to ask about a problem with your game.
Friends list across multiple platforms – build your friends list in Origin so you can see what your friends are doing whether you are logged in via your PC or mobile device.
Compensation for lost DVD lost your DVD disc with the game? No problems with Origin, since all new EA game for PC that you purchase at the retailers can be downloaded via the Origin if necessary.
All this and much more is designed to enhance your gaming experience with the Origin.
Q: Required Origin in order to play the game, although I did not buy it through the Origin?
A: starting in september 2011, most of the new EA games to offer spelförbättrande functions with the Origin is integrated. For games which have Origin integrated players must log in in order to get the best experience with full online so as to be able to connect and play with your friends, get help if necessary and keep the game up to date with the latest content. Whether you buy games from Origin.com, another site with digital downloads or physical copies of distributor so requires new games Origin to play. If you did not purchase the game by Origin, Origin-client to accompany the installation of the game.
When you play games in the offline mode unneccessary Origin. For older EA games need not be Origin to be able to play, but we recommend that you use the Origin for fast and trouble-free downloads, automatic patchning and additional social functions.
Q: what games require Origin to play?
A: the Origin is required right now for the following games:
Battlefield 3
Tiger Woods PGA Tour 12
Need for Speed: The Run
Jordan Gatling Gears
FIFA 08, FIFA Manager 12
Upcoming games will also require Origin in order to be played.
Q: what happens to my previous purchases from the EA Store?
A: Your purchase is secure and can be accessed through the Origin.
Q: can I download my games again?
A: If you need it, Yes. Please note that the games you've already installed via EA Download Manager works just the same in Origin.
Q: is there a limit to how many computers can I install my game?
A: no, Origin allows you to access your games from any PC anywhere, anytime and anywhere. Should you have any problems, just contact our Origin-customer support and we will help you!
Q: Will my games stop?
A: No. Your game will never cease.
Q: do I need to be online to play my games?
A: no, you do not need to be online to play your game if the game itself does not require it via any multiplayer mode.
Q: what information can others see on my profile?
A: your name (if desired), your online status, number of friends, friends, and the number of games you have in your Origin-profile.
Q: can I manage my privacy?
A: Yes, Origin has many privacy features that can be set via the tab Privacy (Privacy) in Origins Settings (settings).
Q: what is origin's privacy policy?
A: we take the integrity of existing user information and the security of this data very seriously. EA's privacy policy can be read at http://tos.ea.com/legalapp/WEBPRIVACY/US/sv/PC/. You can also read the Origins end-user conditions on http://www.ea.com/1/product-eulas.
Q: what type of information does Origin application?
A: EA is aware that you want to know how information about you is collected, used and shared, and we appreciate your trust that we will do so carefully and sensibly. In addition to the information you assign to EA to create an Origin-ID and profile, so collectors EA collect anonymous information to improve our products and services, provide you with the service and product support, take care of updates and dynamically save content for your games, manage, troubleshoot bugs as well as to communicate with you. These and all other data provided to EA and/or collected by EA? in conjunction with your installation and use of this software is collected, used, stored and transmitted in accordance with EA's privacy policy. We do not sell your personal information to anyone. Nor do we use any kind of spyware or install spyware on your computer. Visit http://www.ea.com/1/product-eulas to review the Origins end-user terms.
Q: can I import friends from other social networks?
A: you can currently import friends from Microsoft's Xbox LIVE and Sony's PlayStation Network and via Facebook.
Q: how is Origin for PC and mobile devices together?
A: Your Origin-account work across PC and mobile platforms, including all Apple iOS devices. Your friends list, profile, settings, profile picture, and more for the Origin can be accessed via your mobile device. From your mobile device, you can see what games your friends are playing and ask them to connect to your play.
Q: How do I sign up?
A: If you are already registered with EA, then you already have a Origin account. Visit http://www.origin.com/about for more information.
Q: what happens if EA goes bankrupt?
A: the Origin may force of EA, the leading distributor of the world's best game, and we are not far from disappearing.
Q: Why is running Origin while I play my game (for example, Battlefield 3)?
A:There are several advantages with Origin, all designed to give your game an added value. Origin authentication offers players consistent installations and the latest updates for your game, and also allows players to install games on an unlimited number of PCs. In addition to fast downloads, automatic login, and built-in customer support, features background menu and chat with friends, to pave the way for a social experience. Storage in the cloud allows the player to save and continue to play their games on any computer, anywhere and anytime. Together to offer services in Origin a more dynamic and more comfortable experience for gamers and also enables a direct link for communication between EA and their customers in order to provide them with the best service and the latest game content.
Q:. If the servers are down, is it true that some people cannot access the game modes?
A: No, it is not true. Players without an internet connection can still play all enspelarlägen in their games.
Q:. Origin is not spyware, or what?
A:. Origin is not spyware and use or not installing spyware on users ' computers. To allow the Origin to install games and patches that everyone can use, Origin implement a formal amendment that allows Windows, not Origin, reviewing all filenames in a folder and this may look like a scanning. This is a common feature in Windows, not an information gathering process. Origin scans not folder, no information is retrieved, assembled, stored or shared with Origin during this process. We know that this process has created confusion among some users and we are working on updating the software in future versions to eliminate specific processes. User privacy is very important for EA and we comply with all security measures to protect our users ' data.
Q: Obtain, collect or store Origin data from my system?
A: Origin collects a limited amount of information that is required to be able to offer all players the ability to purchase, download, access and play games as well as their content, connect with other players online and provide content and updates. Information is also used to identify and correct any software failures when they occur. No images, documents, or other personal data that is not related to the application's performance be collected from users ' computers. The collection and use of information that Origin fetches helps ensure that all users easy access to their game and offer the best possible service and experience by EA.
Q. is my information safe with Origin/EA?
A. Yes, user privacy is very important for EA and we comply with all security measures to protect personal and anonymous data. EA would never sell personally identifiable information to anyone. We do not share with us of personally identifiable information without your consent except in certain rare circumstances in which disclosure is tilltvingad according to the applicable law.
From Origin.
- Sincerely, Timmie.
