If you’ve got an Xbox 360, and you’ve always wondered what it is like to have an Xbox LIVE Gold subscription, you’re in luck. Microsoft will be giving all Xbox users a taste of Xbox LIVE Gold for free this weekend. I guess in conjunction with the dashboard update that was released earlier this week, they want everybody to experience the full benefits of what a premium account can give in hopes of roping them in for good.

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In addition to free Xbox LIVE Gold this weekend, Zune Video will also be offering film deals and free content this weekend. You’ll be able to purchase selected titles for 40% off and stream some free previews of movies like the Hangover 2. Those of you who log in this weekend will also get a chance to win an Xbox Christmas entertainment package that includes a Samsung TV, an Xbox 360 Kinect bundle, 8,000 Microsoft Points and more. It looks like Xbox LIVE Silver members are going to have a ball of a time this weekend.

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