Communicate Instantly with Windows Messenger

Communicate Instantly with Windows Messenger

Windows Messenger lets you instantly communicate with friends and family all around the world from your computer, using text chat and even voice and video. Windows Messenger gives you control over who you talk to and when by letting you block certain users, view the typing status of buddies, and control who adds you to their contact list.

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Get the latest version of Windows Messenger, then make sure you have what you need to enjoy the full benefits of voice and video conversation.
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  • Do Amazing Things
    Instantly communicate with family and friends Instantly Communicate with Family and Friends
    Instant messaging gives you the best advantages of e–mail with more immediacy and the added bonus of knowing when your contacts are available online. Start here.

    Go beyond text with voice and video Go Beyond Text with Voice and Video Chats
    With the right equipment and network connections, you can see and speak with people anywhere in the world with Windows Messenger. Find out more here.

    Share photos, documents, applications, and more Share Photos, Documents, Applications, and More
    Using Windows Messenger, you can simultaneously communicate and collaborate with others. See how you can send and receive files or photos.
    See It in Action
    Windows Messenger videos Windows Messenger Videos
    See videos of people like you doing amazing stuff with Windows Messenger—then learn how to do it yourself.
    Take It to the Next Level
    Start Remote Assistance from Windows Messenger Start Remote Assistance from Windows Messenger
    Remote Assistance lets you connect to a friend or support professional who can view your computer desktop over the Internet and show you how to fix your problem.

    Using tabs and alerts Using Microsoft .NET Alerts
    Windows Messenger includes a command center for fast and easy access to frequently updated information such as stock prices, traffic advisories, and more.

    More Amazing Things
    Music and video, movies, and digital photos Music and Video, Movies, Digital Photos, and the Web
    With the features in Windows XP you can enjoy your favorite music and movies whenever you like, make movies, work with digital photos, see the best of the Web, and more. Start here.
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    The Windows Messenger Experience Kit includes software and hardware you’ll need to add voice and video to your instant messaging chats.


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