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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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Windows Live Hotmail

Drag-and-drop message organisation and a built-in MP3 player are among the notable new features to this radical overhaul of Hotmail.

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Windows Live Toolbar

Windows Live Toolbar can enhance the usefulness of Internet Explorer, make Web surfing more fun, and spare you some mouse clicks -- if you take the time to get acquainted with its features.

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MSN Messenger 7.0

Smooth videoconferencing and customisation add appeal to this IM client for any aficionado of multimedia messaging.

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MSN Messenger 7.0

A fun and feature-packed IM applet, MSN Messenger 7.0 is a great upgrade for version 6.2 users, but we prefer the less intrusive Yahoo Messenger 6.0 and ICQ 4.1.

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Windows Live offers Microsoft a quicker turnaround

Although it has taken Microsoft five years to develop the next version of Windows, the software maker seems to crank out a new Windows Live service every five minutes.

Microsoft adds e-mail, IM to Live.com

Microsoft has introduced a domain hosting service for its fledging Live.com product line.

Microsoft upgrades search

Microsoft is set to launch on Wednesday the beta version of its new Windows Live Search page, which uses the same behind-the-scenes technology as MSN Search but will eventually become the company's sole search offering.

Microsoft's Ballmer: Digital device for the living room at 'Tipping point'

Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer says that converged digital technology in the home is about to take off--via media PCs or next-generation video devices.

Microsoft livens up instant messaging

Microsoft has launched Windows Live Messenger, its next-generation instant messaging program that automatically updates contact information and lets people share files by simply dragging and dropping them onto a contact list.

100 tips to speed up your software

Do more faster with these amazingly useful shortcuts.

Having fun with Windows Vista

There's more to Windows Vista than file structure and graphics engines.

Handhelds buying guide

Choosing the right handheld is all about finding the perfect balance of size, weight, performance, features, and cost. This guide steps you through the decision-making process.

Start-page smackdown: Netvibes, Pageflakes, iGoogle and Live.com

Want to create your own homepage? We put four personalised start pages through their paces and rank them according to looks, features and performance.

Microsoft Techfest 2008: New language tools for the web

Microsoft Research shows off some new language tools they're working on.

Ditch the disc: A guide to online music in Australia

CDs are like so 1990s, man. If you're ready to ditch the disc, check out CNET.com.au's list of on-line music stores in Australia.

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MyMSN MiniMessenger

Get a smaller version of MSN Messenger and Windows Live Messenger.

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SearchPerks! Perk Counter

Take part in the SearchPerks promotion to get rewards for your daily Web searches.

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ScreenCamera 1.7.9.40

Stream your Web cam and desktop screen on video chatting programs and Web sites.

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Messenger Backup Wizard 2.2

Back up your MSN Messenger and Windows Live Messenger graphics.

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HotForward 1.1

Send e-mail messages from multiple MSN Hotmail or Windows Live Mail.