Msn/hotmail messenger 2012
A blast from the past!
MSN Messenger, also known as Hotmail Messenger, was a popular instant messaging service developed by Microsoft. The 2012 version, specifically, was a significant update to the service, which was first launched in 1999.
Here are some key features of MSN Messenger 2012:
New Features:
- Redesigned Interface: The 2012 version introduced a new, modern interface with a cleaner design and improved navigation.
- Video Calls: MSN Messenger 2012 allowed users to make video calls, a feature that was previously only available on Windows Live Messenger.
- Group Chat: Users could now participate in group chats with up to 100 people.
- File Transfer: The service allowed users to send files of up to 10MB in size.
- Integration with Windows Live: MSN Messenger 2012 was tightly integrated with other Windows Live services, such as Hotmail and Windows Live SkyDrive.
Other Features:
- Contact List: Users could manage their contact list, add new friends, and block unwanted contacts.
- Status Updates: Users could update their status to let friends know what they were up to.
- Emoticons and Stickers: The service included a range of emoticons and stickers to add a touch of personality to conversations.
- Games: MSN Messenger 2012 offered a range of games, such as Chess, Checkers, and Backgammon, that users could play with friends.
Discontinuation:
MSN Messenger was eventually discontinued in 2013, and Microsoft replaced it with Skype, which it acquired in 2011. Skype offered many of the same features as MSN Messenger, but with additional capabilities, such as voice and video conferencing, screen sharing, and more.
Do you have any fond memories of using MSN Messenger back in the day?