Do you want any random gamer to have the ability to check out our friends list on Xbox Live? Beginning December 4th, that's just what you'll be able to opt into or out of.
When the Fall Dashboard update is distributed, the new default setting on Xbox LIVE will be active enabling members to see the Friends lists of other Xbox LIVE members.
According to Microsoft, "This type of capability has largely come to be expected from consumers as a means to relate in an online community."
Members who would like to keep their friends list private can take the following steps to change their settings beginning today: Log in to http://www.xbox.com/fof and select one of the three options available for your Gamertag:
* Everyone (only available to members 18 and older)
* Friends only (available to members 13 and older)
* Blocked (available to all members, and automatic for anyone under the age of 13)
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