Being in communication is something of great importance for everyone. Currently there is a wide range of options in terms of instant messaging, in formats that are ideal for all users, regardless of the circumstances, one of them is MSN. That is why we are going to talk about how to enter my MSN.
Enter Live Messenger
Remembering the beginnings of instant messaging, it is impossible not to think about Live MSN. It was the first program of its kind that allowed direct messages to be sent to contacts immediately, thus marking a before and after in the way of communicating.
To be able to chat through Live MSN it is necessary to have:
- An email account from windows live.
- Download the app Skype (antiguo Live MSN).
A positive merger between Windows Live Messenger and Skype
It should be noted that Windows Live Messenger or MSN stopped working as of 2013, after merging with video calling company Skype. This meant great improvements and more communication possibilities for the users of the service..
Contact lists have been migrated to the Skype platform, and there is also the possibility to link your old MSN account with Skype to keep your contact list intact.
At this time you can download the latest versions from MSN, that although they do not work very well, give a retro touch to the way you communicate. It is compatible with almost all current operating systems, although with certain restrictions.
Windows Live Messenger no longer exists as such, Skype is now used instead.
One of the ways to solve it is to locate the download file of the program and with a click on the right button enter the properties, there you must select “compatibility” and then “Windows 2000”. It won't work perfectly though, can mean a significant improvement in program performance.
Despite being an old messaging medium, still retains its charm and probably more than one who enjoyed MSN during its heyday will bring back fond memories. Still retains the ability to send text messages using winks and emoticons, incomparable hums, video calls and voice memos.
What's more, you can customize your avatar, name and statuses like old times.
Enter Messenger Hotmail
Then, We already know that to use the old MSN Live we must join Skype. If we want to use this and enter my MSN we must follow the following steps.
Creating the account
This is the first necessary step to be able to enjoy the chat. To create a Windows Live email account, also known as Hotmail, you must perform the following steps:
- Search in the browser of your choice: Hotmail u Outlook.
- On the page you will find in the central part of the screen the option Create a free account. If this option does not appear, you might find a link that says You do not have an account? Create one.
- There you must provide a phone number to be associated with your account, you must enter the prefix of your country followed by the number.
- Another option is via another alternate emailIn this case, you must put an email account that you already have, no matter if it is with another company.
- create a password.
- A code to your mobile or email (depends on the option you have provided), which you should use to confirm the creation of your account.
- Continue filling in the form that is presented to you with your personal data. Y you have already created your Hotmail account, now called Outlook.
Downloading Skype
- On the official Skype page you will find the download option from the Skype app.
- Click to start download.
- Unzip the downloaded file (if required).
- To run the file.
- Follow the prompts and wait, note that this process may take a few minutes.
Sign in to Skype
After program installation, you can proceed to login to MSN. To do this you must:
- Search your desktop icon Skype.
- If no shortcut was created, look for it among the programs on your PC.
- Click on it and a window will open, in that window, which is the main one of the program, your data will be requested.
- Debe proporcionar el correo electrónico como user nameThe "user name" It is a unique identification that people use to access various digital platforms, like social networks, emails and online forums. This identifier can be alphanumeric and often combines letters and numbers., allowing users to protect their privacy and personalize their experience. Choosing a good username is important, since it can influence the perception of other users and.... y su contraseña, this is the same one you use to access your email from Hotmail or Outlook.
- years choose the state with which to log in (available, busy, absent).
- You can also select from remember my account if it is a frequently used PC, remember my password if it is also a private or secure PC and even log in automaticallyThis means that when you start your computer's operating system, MSN will also initiate your login.
- Finally click on the button at the bottom of the window that indicates Log in.
Add contacts
The fun of this program is being able to be in contact with friends, relatives and acquaintances, so it is necessary to add contacts to the list to maximize the fun in this experience:
- Location option contacts on the top bar and click on it.
- A menu will appear where you are as the first option. add a contact, select it.
- Type in the window that appears the email address of the person you want to add to your contacts.
- Click on following.
- also can, If you wish, write a short invitation message for the person you want to add.
- Click on Send invitation.
- The contact will receive an immediate notification.
Chat with Skype
Once your contacts have accepted your invitation, you can see them as available. Your name may not appear, but the Nick that the person has in his profile. Now we will see how to chat with a contact:
- Find the person you want to start a chat with.
- double click on the nickname or user of the contact.
- Another window will open. There you can write your message.
- To send it you only need press the enter key.
- In the same window you can see the response sent by your contact.
- In the end it is important to remember to close the session to safeguard your information through: Menu > File > Logout.
Enter Facebook Messenger
Another rather curious alliance of the old MSN Live is with Facebook. Thus, it is possible to create an instant messaging service for this social network that can be enjoyed on any PC or mobile.
The Facebook Messenger application is compatible with any Windows operating system, Linux, iOS and Android. You just need to search for the app in your mobile store and download it. How this MSN is linked to Facebook, just enter your Facebook account details to log into MSN.
Access Messenger from the Internet
If you don't want to download the Skype application on your PC or mobile device or the MSN Facebook application you can choose to enter Messenger from the Internet. This option is perfectly valid for Facebook and Skype, it only requires an account in one of these messaging and Internet access.
Enter my Messenger account
The steps to enter Messenger from the Internet, specifically Skype are:
- Search in your browser of choice for the official Skype website.
- Press on the Login option.
- Select option use Skype online.
- Enter your Skype account details and enjoy your instant messaging service directly from the Internet and without any application.
Login to MSN Facebook online
If, on the other hand, you want to use the Facebook MSN online, The steps to follow are those:
- Access the official website of MSN Facebook: https://www.messenger.com/login/
- Enter the data to enter the chat or select the option Login with my Facebook account.
- In just a few minutes you can chat with Facebook's instant messaging service directly in your browser.
