Everyone likes to keep in touch and whether its friends or family, its always good to drop someone a line to see how theyre doing. However, many people overlook the part their computers can play in this, and while email is a good way of communicating, Windows also comes with another built-in tool that can allow you to chat in realtime with anyone, anywhere in the world. Windows Messenger is installed as standard on Windows XP and can be downloaded and installed on other versions of the operating system too. Messages arent limited to text either, a few inexpensive hardware additions will allow you to have a video chat via a webcam or audio chat via a microphone and headset. Unfortunately, there are also some security risks when using Windows Messenger, but well be showing you how to minimise these risks and safeguard your computer, so you can communicate with peace of mind.
Category: Internet & Security
Issue: 2007 Issue 2 March/April
Operating Systems: XP
Article Reference: M8