How many people use their console online?

[Steveh_monkey]

I was just wondering roughly what proportion of people use their console online? Specifically how many XBox owners use Xbox live vs the number of PS3 users who go online with the PS3.

It just dawned on me that I've never played a console online before, mainly because I have an Xbox360 and I don't want to pay for Xbox live. I feel like I'm missing out . I'm considering maybe selling my Xbox and jumping ship to PS3 but just wanted to know who think Consoles give a good online experience?

 

[Steveh_monkey]

Got to be honest, but as soon as I saw the title I thought to myself - 'who doesnt have it online?'. Pretty much the defining feature of this console generation - there are plenty of AAA games that focus solely on online...

ps3ud0

Well now I feel stupid, lol.
The problem has always been £8 a month for Xbox live + £30 for the wireless router because I don't want to drag a network cable through my house. That's why the PS3 is so alluring, no extra fees and built in wireless.

I remember the first time I was aware consoles could go online, Phantasy Star online for the Gamecube I think it was. Seemed like a wierd and exciting world back then.