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About Microsoft Messenger for Mac

Learn More About How to Use Microsoft Messenger for Mac

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About Microsoft Messenger for Mac

New to Microsoft Messenger for Mac? This clearinghouse of tutorials will teach you how to use Microsoft Messenger for Mac with ease.

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Microsoft Messenger for Mac is the Mac equivalent to Windows Live Messenger, connecting users to the Windows Live network and friends on Yahoo! Messenger.

According to Nielsen Netratings, more than 27 million users can be found on the Windows Live and Microsoft Messenger for Mac networks.

With Microsoft Messenger for Mac, users can:

  • Add Windows Live Accounts

  • Send and Receive IMs

  • Add Contacts to Your Buddy List

  • Launch Webcam Chat

  • Organize Your iChat Buddy List

  • Add Buddy Icons

  • Transfer Files and Photos to Contacts

Download Microsoft Messenger for Mac from the Mactopia web site.

System Requirements

  • An Apple-branded Mac Computer
  • Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard or Later
  • Internet connection
  • Windows Live/Yahoo! Messenger account(s)
  • speakers for IM sounds
  • Display resolution: Super VGA 1024 X 768 or larger

  • Memory: 2 GB RAM

  • Video memory: Video card with 128 MB RAM

  • Compatible microphone and speakers, headset with microphone, or equivalent device.

  • Video: Compatible Webcams. Sample devices include: A built-in Apple iSight webcam and an external Apple iSight webcam

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