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From: nonedare on 5 Apr 2010 00:28
Windows Live Messenger 2009 sounds good, but can it be installed with Windows
XP system? And how do I get there from a Windows Messenger 4.7?



"CCfruits" wrote:

>
> Some days ago, Microsoft released the betas of the latest versions of its
> Windows Live Suite – dubbed “Wave 3”, which will also encompass a huge
> redesign of all the entire Windows Live product line, online and offline. In
> this update, all of the Windows Live family components have had a redesign,
> but the biggest has had to be Windows Live Messenger 2009.
>
> Actually, the old versions of Windows Live Messenger or MSN, as most of us
> used to call it, has gained rich users through out the world. But, just like
> other software tools from Microsoft, they also bring much complaining. So how
> about the new Live Messenger? I just upgraded to the latest Windows Live
> Messenger today and I have to say, I'm pleasantly surprised with the major
> changes they have made with the UI and the features.
>
> This 14MB download took just a few minutes in my tests, though we had to
> proceed with care to prevent Windows Live Messenger from installing unwanted
> items, such as a desktop shortcut or Rhapsody music software. Once installed,
> Windows Live Messenger displays a drop-down menu of features along the top,
> contacts within the center pane, a search box on the bottom, and tabs for
> eBay, Rhapsody, and other services along the left. Microsoft fans will like
> the integration with MSN Spaces and the company's other properties. However,
> we wish we could hide the animated panel of ads at the bottom.
>
> Then I fantasized a while in the new features of Live Messenger 2009.
> Because I've been using Windows Live Messenger formerly MSN Messenger for
> over a more than 5 years, I found that now it really has developed into a
> fine messenger. After initial testing, I found very little to complain about;
> in fact, while I could spend an entire week talking about all the cool
> things, I decided to isolate my reviews on several to new cool features which
> make Windows Live Messenger 2009 better.
>
> New Vista style look of the main UI
> The main sign-in screen has a new clean look with warm colors. A clean and a
> well defined layout. Taking a page from Vista, Messenger 2009 features a
> brand new “glassy” look on all the client's windows, helping it to mesh
> better with Microsoft's latest OS. The crystal-cleanliness of the entire
> client gives the IM a sleeker look outside the original blue and green
> outfit.
> The background is now customizable, like it has been in MSN v8.5; but this
> time, you can add a preset theme, or “scenes”, or create your own with an
> image of your choice. As well, you have also the choice to mix and match the
> colors, with one can be the color for the header, and another can be for the
> color of the bottom part of Messenger. We suggest you stick with the same
> color for both, but this feature is pretty interesting.
>
> New contact organization and displaying
> The biggest out of the redesign is the contact list (see left). The entire
> thing has gotten a massive redesign, but still has not departed from the
> original idea that there should not be any menu bars.
> Before you start organizing your contacts into groups, be forewarned: the
> 2009 Messenger experience is a little different from version 8.5. Now, your
> friends will go into “categories.” Meanwhile, you can pair different folks
> into “Groups” which help facilitate Messenger 9.0's powerful new group chat
> feature. The development illustrates a strong commitment to streamlining
> communications and the group chat feature is no exception.
> We all have a small circle we talk to most on IM and now, Messenger 2009
> makes it easier to find them on our contacts list with the “favorites”
> category. Organize this section at anytime; when your favorites sign-on,
> you'll see them up top, front and center. Simple and effective.
>
> Another brand new thing is “Favorites”, which allow you to make a list of
> “favorite” contacts. This, effectively, is not a new category, but just a
> section where you can drag and drop friends or family members that you like.
> As well, the Favorites section is given a different activity indicator
> setting, but you can change that as well.
> Customizable chat window
>
> Greatly improved video phone call
> Windows Live Messenger video call quality is better than ever. With the most
> recent Messenger release and a quality webcam, you can now experience a
> clearer, sharper picture with full-screen VGA video. True VGA video (640x480)
> is up to four times better resolution then prior solutions when switched to
> full screen. To experience a true VGA video call, you will need the latest
> version of Windows Live Messenger, a webcam, a PC with a dual core processor
> and broadband Internet connection.
> However, the evolution of Windows Live Messenger between 8.5 and 9.0 in
> terms of video call capabilities does not stop here. The instant messaging
> client now brings to the table superior connection time when users initiate a
> video call, as well as a video-centric interface available outside of full
> screen mode. Starting with version 9.0, Windows Live Messenger is now a part
> of Windows Live Essentials, a package designed to centralize all the
> components that have been separated from the Windows operating system.
>
> An interesting MSN webcam recorder for you
> The video call of Live Messenger has evolved to a new and higher level. But
> there is no recording function. It is really a pity, because so many users of
> MSN are eager to be able to record MSN webcam video and save on the PC. Here
> I would introduce a Third-Party software tool which could help you easily to
> achieve this objective.
> [url=http://www.camersoft.com/msn-video-recorder.html]Camersoft MSN Video
> Recorder[/url] is a professional recorder software for Windows Live
> Messenger. It could record MSN webcam during video call with your friends or
> family and save as AVI video files on your PC or laptop.
> This MSN webcam recorder is very easy to use, only a few mouse clicks are
> needed to complete MSN recording work. In addition, the MSN video recorder is
> integrated with an advanced Video Converter component, which could be used to
> convert your videos, whether the recorded AVI or other videos like FLV, MP4,
> etc... to many formats and support rich portable players and mobile devices
> like: iPod, iPhone, BlackBerry, Zune and so on.
> It is very useful feature and I could convert the recorded files to my iPod
> and share with others, really very interesting and joyful.
>
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