How to Change Your Display Name on MSN

MSN Messenger was first released in 1999 as an instant-messaging program to compete with AOL, Yahoo and ICQ. In 2005, it was renamed Windows Live Messenger. As of 2009, Microsoft claims to have over 330 million users in over 70 countries. The program lets you customize your online appearance by changing your display name, picture and font. Your display name can be different from your email address.

Instructions

1. Open MSN Messenger and sign in to your account.

2. Scroll over the "Tools" menu and select "Options" from the drop-down menu.

3. Select "Personal" from the left side of the window.

4. Type in your new display name below "My Display Name" and click "OK" when you are finished. Your newly entered name will now appear in all of your conversations.

Tips & Warnings

• If you do not see the menu bar at the top of the window, press the "ALT" key to restore it.

References

• MSN Messenger: Change Your Display Name
• MSN Messenger Released 10 Years Ago Today
• Windows Live Release Dates