MSN Messenger lets you see when your friends are online and exchange instant messages with them. Hear the laughter and see the smiles with new Video Conversation, only from MSN Messenger.

It's almost as good as being there! Or have a quick chat with text messages - you can even send text messages to mobile phones.* MSN Messenger has never been so personal! New features like Nudges and animated Winks help you get someone's attention or emphasize your point.

You can create custom backgrounds, show unique display photos and personal names along with a message like "working from home".

We've also added Dynamic Display Pictures that will change emotions based on the emoticons you send.

There's no harm in having a little fun, is there? Enhance your MSN Messenger conversation using MSN Search.

Conduct a Search query directly from your conversation window no need to launch a separate Search window.

Whenever you need it, Search is just a click away. MSN helps you stay in control.

You have the option to sign-into MSN Messenger and appear offline until you change your online status.

In addition, it's up to you to invite or accept an invitation to add users to your contact list.

That way, people outside your list cannot communicate with you without your approval.