Windows messenger hotmail

A blast from the past!

Windows Messenger and Hotmail were both popular services from Microsoft in the early 2000s. Here's a brief overview:

Windows Messenger

Windows Messenger was a instant messaging service developed by Microsoft, which allowed users to communicate with friends and family in real-time. It was first released in 1999 and was part of the Windows operating system. Windows Messenger allowed users to send text messages, make voice and video calls, and share files.

Hotmail

Hotmail was a free web-based email service developed by Sabeer Bhatia and Jack Smith in 1996. It was acquired by Microsoft in 1997 and became one of the most popular email services in the world. Hotmail allowed users to create a free email account and access their email from any internet-connected device.

Integration with Windows Messenger

In 2005, Microsoft integrated Windows Messenger with Hotmail, allowing users to access their Hotmail email account directly from the Windows Messenger interface. This integration enabled users to send and receive emails, as well as engage in instant messaging conversations with friends and family.

Discontinuation

In 2013, Microsoft discontinued Windows Messenger and replaced it with Skype, a video conferencing service that it acquired in 2011. Skype offered more advanced features, such as video conferencing and screen sharing, which were not available in Windows Messenger.

Hotmail was also replaced by Outlook.com, a new email service developed by Microsoft. Outlook.com offered a more modern and feature-rich email experience, with integration with other Microsoft services like Skype and OneDrive.

While Windows Messenger and Hotmail are no longer available, they remain nostalgic reminders of the early days of online communication and email.