How to Configure Microsoft Messenger

MSN Messenger is one of the most efficient ways to communicate with friends and family around the world in a free, simple platform. It allows for text chats, video chats and file sharing. Once installed, configuring messenger for each user will be important to maintain privacy while taking advantage of all its great features.

Instructions

How to Configure Microsoft Messenger

1. Download Messenger from MSN.com.

2. Install the program and launch Messenger. A pop-up box will appear with a welcome and button to "Sign In."

3. Wait for a new box to appear after clicking the "Sign In" button. It will ask for a sign-in name and password. If you have an MSN account, fill in this information. If you don't, click the link that states "Get One Here" and follow the instructions for a new email and password for your account. When done, Messenger will launch.

4. Under the "Contacts" tab, select "Add a Contact." A wizard will pop up to walk you through the process of adding the email addresses and information for your friends and business pals.

5. A list of your friends will appear, with those online with green MSN icons next to their name and red MSN icons next to those who are offline.

6. Under the "Tools" menu, select "Options." This is where you can change your name for everyone to see, add a tag line and upload a picture or icon to replace the MSN icon.

Resources

• MSN Messenger