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HHello, I'm going to start a series of articles on the Messenger for all those who start with computers and have never used the famous instant messaging program. I will start by showing what the program is for, what requirements we need to be able to use it, how to install Messenger, how to create a user account and of course how to use it. Later we will also see more advanced aspects in the use of this program so that more expert users will also find information of interest here.

Cas the different articles on Messenger are published, I will add here the corresponding links to each entry so that all the articles are united in one as a great Messenger manual. But before starting with these articles I will try to solve some doubts that have arisen as a result of the new version called "Windows Live Messenger".

Is MSN Messenger the same as Windows Live Messenger?

SAnd no, let me explain, Windows Live Messenger is the new version of MSN Messenger so that deep down it is still the same program with the same main utility that is instant messaging but with new functionalities and an appearance with a style very similar to new Windows Vista.

Do I have to create a new account to use Windows Live Messenger?

SIf you already had an MSN Messenger or MSN Hotmail account, you will not have to create a new account for the new version of Messenger. That is, if you have an email of the type TU_APODO_O_NOMBRE@hotmail.com or TU_APODO_O_NOMBRE@msn.com you can use that email to use Messenger.

If I don't have an old Messenger account, can I use the new Windows Live Messenger?

SIf you can use it, you just have to crear una cuentaAlso, if you already had an MSN Messenger account (read the previous point) you can continue using it with the new version.

How do you create a Hotmail account to use Windows Live Messenger?

EIt's very easy, you just have to read the manual «How to create a Hotmail account» in which I explain step by step how to create your Hotmail email.

Are the contacts I had in MSN Messenger lost when I switch to Windows Live Messenger?

NOr, not at all, the contacts you had in the old Messenger will remain in the new Windows Messenger. Remember that in essence the new Messenger is an update and that therefore it preserves the characteristics of the previous version but adding new functionalities.

Will I have to pay for the new Messenger or is it still free?

Al same as previous version you can download Windows Live Messenger for free. Its use is also free but there are some services that carry a cost, such as the purchase of emoticons. In any case, these special services are optional and their use will be up to you so you can continue using Messenger without paying a penny as usual.

What minimum requirements do I need to use the new Messenger?

En principle with having Windows XP you have enough since if this operating system works for you it is assumed that your computer meets the basic requirements to make the program work, that is: 233 Mhz, 128 MB of RAM memory and Internet Explorer 6 with Service Pack 1 installed. On the other hand, it is assumed that with Windows Vista it also works although I do not have this operating system installed and I cannot confirm it.

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BWell, this is the end of the most frequently asked questions. If anyone has any questions, please comment and they will try to help. Here below you can find the Tutorials that have been created on Messenger, I hope they are useful:

PStay tuned for new tutorials that will be added constantly. Vinegary greetings.


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  1.   Psycho said

    Great manuals and explanations, I've been following you for some time and I really like your blog.
    I keep reading you. Health

  2.   Killer Vinegar said

    Hello Psycho Thanks for the comment, I hope to continue creating manuals that are useful to you. Greetings.

  3.   jkloi said

    I don't like anything, this msn gives me many problems.bss

  4.   Mary said

    Hello, well I had to install the live msn xq they force it, but having a hotmail account, it won't let me log in. I really despair a bit. I hope that the next version will be FASTER, better and that it will come soon.
    BSS

  5.   djkeiro monster said

    everything is fine

  6.   Jeff said

    Greetings, thanks, your explanation is easy and simple, but I want to know now and if you can help me please change my hotmail to the old 7.5 model, I do not like live, and I accessed some of the hotmail options to change but I did not get it before there was one Option that returned it to the old model but it no longer appears and I don't know how to do thanks for everything Jeff

  7.   julian said

    the live is a terrible deep that I forced myself to install it and it is desperate I can not do anything look that I have a pentiun 4 refurbished with more memory and etc. But how can I do to go back to have the other one?

  8.   erick said

    I want to create a new account of my mesenller

  9.   July said

    live msn is the worst it slows down the pc and crashes every so often
    better is to install version 7.5 and not update your current version
    more than a manual this seems an advance to microsoft
    bye

  10.   Killer Vinegar said

    Hello July, there are many people who think like you that the new messenger is worse than the old one. You are very wrong if you think that Microsoft is praised here, on the contrary, improvements are reported and bugs are criticized. In any case, it is your opinion and it is respected. All the best.

  11.   Nelson Aguilar (Peru) said

    Hello everyone, you know, I think that what you all have the most is a configuration problem, the live messenger is not all bad for me, the truth is that I am doing very well with it and ps they have even given me the capacity of 4 gigabytes and it does not happen to me none of those problems you mention. It seems to me that they have to go deeper into their operating system and adapt it to their needs and not complain ps everything is not going to be served on a tray ...

  12.   Carlos said

    You know that it happens that the msn is very good to talk and to that but to download it is a p ... m ..., why? why yes and it gives you free and in truth it is always paying, paying for qa these people only care about the p ... money esque me c ... in them 2 times !!!!

  13.   Killer Vinegar said

    Daniel reads the article.

  14.   Daniel said

    This msn live is complete crap! every time I go online it makes me want to play Hostel with the guy who created it. Is there a way to return to the old msn?

  15.   Mariely Fortunato Nietto said

    Hi!!!

    I want to know how is the face to install or do I go back to msn because I still managed to install?

    Thank you!

  16.   tono peru said

    they know this msn live one and tremendous crap they force you to install it what stupid to have if someone knows how to use the old one …… .what nonsense

  17.   the pao said

    I don't like the new live mess either ...
    that's why I have installed the 7.5 that I like best.
    but a few days ago the mail has been increased in capacity and has changed its format. Is there a way to have the old one, the one with the blue background and with the little window of favorite contacts on the right of the screen. greetings and thanks

  18.   Killer Vinegar said

    La pao read the end of the article and you will see that you have a link that explains how to do it.

  19.   Lina Maria Marin said

    I have not been able to install windows live messenger on my pc from the
    office, because the network administrator has blocked the computer for this type of downloads.
    Is there any way to download it without administrator permissions ??.
    or how can I chat in this situation?

  20.   Killer Vinegar said

    Hi Lina, I think what you are looking for is this:

    Messenger without installing anything

    Hope this can help you. A greeting.

  21.   betzbet said

    I just want you to help me make my messenger, I can't please help me

  22.   Killer Vinegar said

    betzabet click on the link on how to make a messenger. It's in the article.

  23.   soophiee said

    emm very good but where is this msn done ???? okeii tell me my msn plizz send me a message and I want the new msn

  24.   León said

    Hi Javi, excellent your website, brilliant manuals and tutorials, I congratulate you.
    When you start Windows Live Messenger 8.5, the dialog boxes appear:
    1.- Email account
    2.- Password
    etc etc.
    I have a little question:
    In point 1.- Email account:
    How do I remove or delete an email address that appears in that drop-down menu list?
    Thank you very much for your answer!!!
    Greetings, Leon

  25.   Killer Vinegar said

    León I am very interested in knowing how to do what you ask to make a manual. I'm writing it down and I hope to do it in a few days. A greeting.

  26.   León said

    There is nothing to be thankful for, for that we are, -my thing- a simple grain of sand with respect to the mountain that your contributions in the matter mean for the world ...
    … I reiterate my congratulations on your excellent website, brilliant manuals and tutorials. Greetings and Happy Holidays !!! Lion

  27.   León said

    Hi Javi, it seems like lies ..., but after much searching, I just found the solution to my question ..., it was simpler than I expected, (this happens, because I am not a little more observant than usual).
    On the initial screen of Windows Live Messenger, below the image to display, appears "Email account":
    Drop-down menu, within which are all the email accounts that were opened, only having checked the checkbox of the option -which is below- «Remember my account» ...
    That is the question!
    When the checkbox of the option: "Remember my account" is ticked, the option: (Stop remembering my account) automatically appears below it, as is, between parentheis, (light blue text font) , which remains hidden, when the option: "Remember my account" is not checked.
    With just one click (primary mouse button) on this option, that is: (Stop remembering my account), the email account in question disappears as if by magic.
    That's it, that simple ...
    I hope I was clear and helpful enough.
    A hug from Argentina. Lion

  28.   Killer Vinegar said

    Thank you Leon for your contribution. It will be very interesting for many people. A greeting from Spain.

  29.   Killer Vinegar said

    Happy Holidays Leon.

  30.   Killer Vinegar said

    On this same page you have a tutorial, you just have to follow the link.

  31.   Augustinian said

    Hello, I urgently need a phone number to communicate with hotmail, please answer me quickly, thank you, kisses.

  32.   memo said

    ahoyga how can I open a msn

  33.   moni said

    It drives me crazy, there is no way to read the attached messages, I downloaded the new power point and not even with those can someone help me, I'm a novice and I don't know how this is going and it only gives me problems with the msm, it didn't happen to me.

  34.   antonio said

    I have hotmail but it does not enter the messenger someone alludes me

  35.   eleuterio said

    fence pastel, well it says er– AVINAGRAO– that with having er hotmail you already have messenger ha, explain it to me that neither with the tutorial nor na, none of them makes the messenger part clear

    THIS AVINAGRAO

  36.   anais said

    very genial

  37.   anais said

    It's very cool but I can't download it and I can't install it

  38.   andres said

    Hello, I want to know how I do to install windows live messenger and how long does it take to install it since I can't install it thanks… .. chawis

  39.   Javier Mauricio said

    I want to have a messenger

  40.   1-5-2008 (740) said

    Hi, I don't know how to change my password, please help me, I have friends who know it and give me my things, help me, I will thank you very much

  41.   Vinegar said

    The password is changed from Hotmail, read this tutorial:

    Change Password

    Luck.

  42.   Jairo Arevalo said

    Hello, how are you? It turns out that before I had windows vista, I switched to xp but as soon as I change windows, my messenger, whatever I install, does not remember my accounts, it remembers them only while I have the computer on when I turn it off and turn it on. It reminds me of the accounts, I would like you to help me with this. I think it is due to the scripts or some configuration. I would appreciate it if you advise me, thank you ...

  43.   Vinegar said

    Well, it must be a problem with some "security" program that prevents that data from being saved, such as SpyBot's tea timer or another similar one.

  44.   larala said

    hello, look it turns out that I just made an account in WINDOWS LIVE and I put @ hotmail.com in my account and when I try to open it try with another option putting @ hotmail.es and it could be opened but I do not want to have the account with @ hotmail.es I want to have it with @ hotmail.com how do I change that?
    I hope I was clear

  45.   Vinegar said

    larala if it lets you open the mail with .es it is because you created the account in hotmail with that extension, it comes like this by default, you will have to create another new account with .com and forget about the first one or use both.

  46.   nadia said

    I can not enter the message

  47.   nancy said

    I don't have the new messenger

  48.   Agustin Sarabia said

    Vinegar Killer, I use Windows Vista and I guarantee that they are almost similar to those of XP (300 MHZ, 512 MB RAM memory and Internet Explorer 7)

  49.   I can't send CCo from messenger said

    with the change I cannot send in hidden mail and the page is ………… .short !!!!!!!!!!, will I be missing drivers or something from the program?

  50.   zyana said

    Hello, hear a question, I work in an office and msn is prohibited, when I enter my boss notices it, and takes the record of both everything I talk and how long it takes me. as it does?
    And another question, if I enter the web msn, can she also see it or is there a way to continue using msn without realizing
    I hope your answer soon and thank you very much

  51.   andre4a said

    HELLO I WANT YOU TO HELP ME IS THAT I GOT TO THE CONTROL PANEL OF MY COMPU FROM AHI TO PROGRAMS AND FEATURES
    AND REMOVE THE MENSSENGER FROM THERE, DISSENT IT BUT NOW I WANT TO DOWNLOAD IT AGAIN AND I CANNOT HOW DO I CAN HELP ME ??

    BY FIS

  52.   paola and ney said

    Killer vinegar kerido thanks * your info .. was very helpful to us you are super but your name lacks cleanliness and a good fragrance BE FELIX IN YOUR LIFE ...

  53.   gustavo said

    Hello
    please
    How do I create a hotmail.es
    I would like one
    please
    I already tried
    And he told me
    that I get to
    a daily limit of
    Creations
    please

  54.   fernando said

    for gustavo:
    When creating a new account in hotmail you must first see that all the pages of email creations have a limited amount of creations ...
    Try to register at 12:00 at night, there it is poko probable that you are at the limit ..
    Try it

  55.   Gabriela Molina said

    Hello, I am 11 years old and I load the messenger 2009 no longer it works for me it is crap…. I do not recommend it…

  56.   Gabriela Molina said

    Does anyone have any msn that one does not have to download it ?? !! ?? !!!!!

  57.   Stephen Solorzano said

    Hello let me congratulate you on the ease with which you treat the issues. I have a question in Live Messenger, one of the options it gives you is to report a contact as unwanted, which causes them to delete it from your contact list and from hotmail, I did it with a friend by mistake and wanting to enter it As a new contact, he does not reveal his status to me, although he can see mine and send me messages, winks, etc. I can't because he tells me that I should accept them as contacts but in the end I try and I can't. Now looking around there I found that supposedly it is in a list of unwanted senders. I want to know if there is any way to remove it from that list

  58.   JOHANNA said

    Hi! I wanted you to help me create an account for my daughter, I try but I can't ...
    please help
    from already thank you very much!

  59.   toni said

    Hi there!! I wanted you to help me solve a question. Can you communicate abroad through the live mesenger? Thank you, thank you, thank you

  60.   juan alberto said

    om

  61.   hearty said

    because when I TRY TO OPEN my messenger, I always get PUNTO NET messaging, WHICH INQUIRES ME to open my messenger, I would like to know what to do

  62.   Iris said

    I have problems with windows live messenger, the connection is constantly lost, I already checked everything, uninstalled and reinstalled, my internet speed is the fastest and this last one cannot be a reason for me to lose the connection since I navigate without any problem, could you help me solve this problem ???

  63.   José said

    I start MSN with the option "Remember my account" with check, that way I choose between the 2 accounts that I manage to open it, however every time I restart MSN, I see that it no longer keeps the accounts at the beginning. How to solve this impasse? I have reinstalled Windows Live Messenger and Plus and have not succeeded. If possible write to my email.

  64.   job david said

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  65.   job david said

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  66.   job david said

    love you

  67.   job david said

    love you

  68.   sonia patricia said

    o0la
    po0es no0 pu3d0 install on windows live messenger
    qe ag000 helps ……………

  69.   omar said

    Hello, I do not know how to enter the messenger, I am new to these issues, I would like you to tell me that I should do the easiest and fastest thing, eye I have windows 98

  70.   chalo said

    The new windows live has holes, how is it possible that the accounts of other people that I do not know come out or come to me, let's see if my friend has his contacts, why do I get all his personal accounts? if anyone knows the answer please post it thanks

  71.   Milu said

    How do I install it without viruses?

  72.   hello kitty said

    Hello, the only thing that I would like to know is how I do it to be able to chat when my message was deleted from my screen, and from the main bar advise me how I do it to install it again. I'm a little slow about this, I hardly know but I'm learning, help me, please, urge me.

  73.   yamilethcastro24@hotmil.com said

    Hi vero aunt called me yamileth your niece and asle danna like this one menseñer for system administrator and answer noma is this goodbye jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

  74.   IRIS said

    Hi, I'm IRIS and I know how to be aze so that the msn will appear again on the screen.
    look you go to the internet you put msn spain and you enter your account i call this then it will go directly to you.

    kisses

  75.   kelvin said

    Hello, I want to know how I can modify a contact without deleting it, because I don't want the other person to know that they delete it. I await your answer, thank you.

  76.   diana said

    I want the new messenger, please tell me how to get it, I urge you

  77.   miracles said

    look I gave the green thing to install it but it does not want and I want it installed

  78.   elizabeth said

    My little sister lost the colors on my pc and turned them pink, what should I do?

  79.   lolo said

    I have already solved all my doubts ... and a greeting to all the rock of Galicia!

  80.   jose luis said

    they are really amazing thank you!

  81.   luchi montenegro (lucia) said

    hello yomsoy lucia and i'm not interested in knowing much about the messenger because i'm super hooked with the face and messenger already out of fashion but still grax because there are many people who are equally interested ta good hehe good kisses luchi (k)?

  82.   luchi montenegro (lucia) said

    Hi, I'm Lucia and I'm not interested! know a lot about messenger because I'm super hooked on the face and messenger already out of fashion but still grax because there are many people who are equally interested in ta good hehe good (K) that means a kiss! luchi (lucia)? =)

  83.   Michelle said

    Hi, I'm Michelle, what do I do so that my meseger is all hello kitty?

  84.   hello kitty said

    hello everyone I have a fan named Michelle

  85.   Michelle said

    Hello

  86.   José luis said

    I have a problem, I would like to know if someone can help me. There is a person I met by chat and it turns out that in his hotmail address and in his profile there is my photo, I mean it is a fraud, how can I report it, where do I go?
    Thanks to your comments

  87.   VALUE said

    by the way no
    i know how i have iCoNoS
    POST PHOTOS OF ME IN THE WINDOW
    OF CONTACT CHANGE NONE OF
    messeNgEr PlIs HELP ME ………… ..

  88.   little jimmy said

    Hi, how are you? secret answer .. not even that leaves em as if there were no good .. someone knows what I can do ……!

  89.   drunk pepper said

    Is the pepper very good or do you think it is not?

  90.   maite said

    I have read well and I have searched in different sites, but I cannot find the solution, I had live windows 8.5, I updated it but I still cannot open my contacts' windows, nor can I respond when to a convergence ... help me please. a greeting.

  91.   florence said

    The option to remember my account on the hotmail login page disappeared. How do I get it back

  92.   QUORANS said

    who has the windows messenger number I need to recover my account

  93.   marten said

    Hi, I have a problem with the messeger because all my contacts always look disconnected if they are connected, how is this possible? It helps, and I want to remove when I open the inbox instead of it being opened directly where the envelopes, I takes windows live to open the inbox from there

  94.   Mariaa said

    Hello !!
    I want to know how I can delete my status message, but is it still in the profile?

    I've already seen it in several friends but they don't want to tell me how I do it !!

    Remember that no one sees my status message under my name, but on my wall Just like, at the time and When I publish it ...

    THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR COLLABORATION I WAIT FOR THE ANSWER !!

  95.   COMFORT said

    Hello, my name is Consuelo, I have read your notepad on how to download windows live messenger and I click on download and it does not download, what I want is to open a new email, because the one I have does not work thanks

  96.   Lina Maria said

    Hi, I installed the new version of my messenger but I can't start video calls and I appear disconnected. How do I solve that?