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Google Talk beta

With an interface that lacks ads, the simple Google Talk beta dresses up its features by allowing you to leave and receive free voicemail messages, transfer files, and find out what music your buddies are tuning in to.

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MSN Messenger 6.2

Intrusive registration process and fee-based add-ons keep us from warming up to this instant messenger.

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Yahoo Messenger 6.0

Yahoo Messenger, along with ICQ, offers the most options for customisation and everyday use at home or in the office.

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Windows Live Messenger

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

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Study: Teenagers favour IM over e-mail

Instant messaging is emerging as a favourite communication tool among teenagers and young adults, with a good number of them sending more IMs than e-mails, a new survey says.

IM and the future of email

Who knows what tomorrow will bring?

Don't pardon the interruption

Here are the worst PC distractions and how to banish some of them.

IM viruses finally come of age

Over the last four years, I've been saying that instant messaging (IM) is a security threat waiting to happen.

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Does using instant messaging make my computer vulnerable?

I want to use instant messaging but people keep telling me that if I use it anyone can hack into my computer and that there is no way to protect my PC. Is this true?

Secure your mobile wireless device

Worried about malware attacks on your mobile device? Discover software and tips to stop gate-crashing spyware, viruses, and thieves in their tracks.

How to share files in Windows Vista

File-sharing has both a good use and questionable use. Deep within Windows Vista, Microsoft hopes to be able to address both of these issues.

How to store your files online

Six options for sharing, backing up and storing your files online.

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Killer Downloads: Instant messengers for PC and Mac

Is the chat client you're using the best one for the job? Chances are you could be getting more out of it--from file sharing to multiple chat-program compatibility to those fun emoticons.

Five net nasties and how to avoid them

From fraudster frogs on Facebook to dodgy music downloads: we look at five ways your data can be compromised online and how to stay safe from the scamsters.

Web 2.0 applications: Google vs. Yahoo vs. the world

CNET reviews Web 2.0 e-mail applications from major vendors Google, Yahoo, and Microsoft.

See and speak: a guide to making video calls

Would you like to see who you're talking to? Making video calls is easier than you think. CNET.com.au steps you through the options.

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PortableApps Suite (Standard Edition)

Work with your documents, check e-mail, or surf the Web, all from your portable storage media.

Spy On Your Family Deluxe 4.5

Keep track of what is going on your computer secretly and silently.

Berggi 2.3

Chat with your buddies and read your mail anywhere.

Kiwee Toolbar 1.2.116

Get access to big variety of emoticons, winks, and e-cards and share them with your friends.

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