Windows Live Messenger: Compare prices

By Elsa Wenzel on 21/06/2006

More Microsoft reviews , RRP: TBA

The good:

  • Lets you share files and folders locally with buddies
  • Offers improved security, outbound voice calling, clear video chatting, and integration with other Microsoft tools

The bad:

  • Voice calling plans won't let you receive inbound calls from landlines or mobile phones
  • Ads appear within interface

The bottomline:

The live file-sharing capabilities and clear video call quality make Windows Live Messenger stand out.

Editors' rating:

8/10

Users' rating:

5.6/10

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