Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Things You’ll Need:
Step1
Decide on an instant message program with your friends. Most programs are similar in what features they offer, so your best bet is to find one that some of your friends already use.
Step2
Visit the program's home page and follow the site's instructions for downloading and installing the program. Have your friends do the same.
Step3
Select a screen name and password for yourself. You may have to try several names before you find one that isn't already taken.
Step4
Find out the screen names of your friends and add them to your contact list. The message program will alert you when your friends are online and available to send and receive messages.
Step5
When you see that a friend is online, double-click on his or her screen name to send a message.
Step6
Form a chat room (if your instant message program offers this feature) if several of your friends are online at once.