Microsoft's Xbox operating system provides Xbox programmers with a set of common standards to use to access controllers, the Kinect motion sensor, play sounds, draw graphics, save files, and more. Without this, games would:
A) be more reliable.
B) be a lot easier to write.
C) cost more.
D) look same.
E) not be restricted to just Microsoft's platforms.

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The Xbox operating system standardizes the development process for games, making it easier and potentially less costly for developers by providing a common set of tools and APIs. Without this, developers would have to create their own methods for handling controllers, graphics, etc., which would increase development time and costs.

Microsoft's Xbox Operating System Provides Xbox Programmers with a Set