The same company that introduced the 'Exchange Server' program to the world, will most likely be bringing the tool to Mac OS X. Despite the fact that Apple has never supported an MSN Messenger alternative on the Mac platform, it looks like Microsoft may be about to change that.Īccording to an MSN spokesperson, the company is 'working on ways to bring the benefits of MSN across multiple platforms including the Mac.' So while we can expect a few bugs here and there, it looks like Microsoft will eventually release an official MSN Messenger for the Mac. However, for those who wish to use a non-Microsoft web browser, the Mac interface can be accessed through the 'Safari' application, which was formerly known as the Mac browser. At present, only a handful of third party developers have the ability to build apps specific to the Mac environment, so this means that most MSN Messenger users will still be using the Windows version. The Mac version is actually being released as part of Microsoft Office Mobile, which is a Microsoft Office mobile app that is designed to run on the iPhone and other iOS devices. MSN Messenger has always been available for desktop computers and in earlier versions of Windows but it's been a real long time since we've seen a Mac version. Instead, you have to go into the 'start' menu, click 'messaging' and then click 'MSN.' One of them is that you can't see MSN Messenger as an icon or something on your desktop. With features like threaded conversations, multiple messaging options, file sharing, video conferencing, and the ability to access email boxes from your desktop, it's no surprise that Microsoft has made it available on the Mac.

Support for the use of emoticons and avatars.MSN Messenger is one of the more popular instant messaging clients on the web.

Possibility to share files and attach documents and other Office files.

While for domestic use, Microsoft Messenger provides the same simplicity of use as well as options to manage the contacts.

Thus, the companies that have Office Communications Server 2007 installed, as well as starting conversations with the rest of contacts that we have added, can perform live meetings by means of audio and video conferences, use a corporate address book, show a customized message beside their status, etc.

Microsoft Messenger, that used to be known as MSN Messenger, is an elegant messaging client based on Office Communications Server 2007 that gathers in one application the best functions to optimize communications, both at work and at home. That is why Microsoft has developed Microsoft Messenger. Instant messaging isn't only a way to communicate with friends and family, it also represents a rather useful work tool.

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