Standard on most Windows OS PCs, Windows Live Messenger is a great IM client for keeping in touch with friends and family, and even contacts on Yahoo Messenger.
Microsoft Messenger for Mac is the Windows Live Messenger equivalent for Mac, and contains many of the same popular features as included in these Tips & Tricks.
Users who cannot connect to Windows Live Messenger at school, work or on public computers (ex. public library computers) because of download restrictions or firewalls can still keep in touch with the Windows Live Web Messenger.
Before You Begin Windows Live Messenger
For an optimal IM experience, check your computer for the following computer system requirements and optional peripherals, including
- Windows XP or higher
- Web Browser
- Internet connection
- Free Windows Live ID, password
- Windows Live Messenger download
- Webcam, for webcam chat (optional)
- Microphone, for audio chat (optional)
- Headphones, for audio chat (optional)
With Windows Live Messenger, users can:
- sign up for a free Windows Live Messenger account
- send and receive Windows Live Messenger IMs
- add Windows Live Messenger contacts
- create IM groups on your Windows Live Messenger contacts list
- participate in webcam and PC-to-PC calls on Windows Live Messenger
- send free text messages with Windows Live Messenger
- receive offline IMs
- chat with Yahoo! Messenger users
- chat with gamers on the XBOX 360 system
- update status messages
- share files and photos
- change and create your own Windows Live Messenger skins
Download Windows Live Messenger
Users can sign up for an account and download Windows Live Messenger for free. Apple users can download Microsoft Messenger for Mac.Need Help Installing MSN Windows Live Messenger? Check out our MSN Windows Live Messenger Installation Guide.
