Shoutbox

hey guys, im doing a big project for school.. and I would like to know what features/options do u absolutly need to use a specific Instant Messaging software?

EG : I would really need Audio Conversation, seeing as I need to give a lot of information and be writting at the same time.

Thank You

logging, definately, i often refer to past logs. emoticons arent essential but can help get a point across

All the special commands.... Like, /lock (to lock messenger), /brb (change status to be right back), /nick (changes your nickname), etc.... Now that I have those with plus... I don't think I'd be able to get used to not being able to use those again.

Major features of MSN Messenger:

Contact Lists
Ability to block contacts
Ability to see who added you to there list
Skinnable
Diverse Commands
Font Settings
Webcam
Display pictures/Avatars
Conversation Background

I'll probably think of more, but that is all I can think of atm. Too early in the morning

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Originally posted by XxRebelSeanxX
Contact Lists

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Lol... I would've never thought of that... I take that for granted I guess... So I wouldn't be able to live without that either.

I would need to be able to send messages, have a contact list or some sort of GUI showing my contacts that are online, and all the plus! commands like /close, /block, /status ext.

Contact list, sign in notifications, and statuses (just basic busy/away/online). Compatibility with many clients would be good, but seems to not have a large adoption rate, simply because your contacts use a particular service (myself included).

good user interface

Thanks for your comments everyone Other ppl don't be shy to keep on posting

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Originally posted by qgroessl
All the special commands.... Like, /lock (to lock messenger), /brb (change status to be right back), /nick (changes your nickname), etc.... Now that I have those with plus... I don't think I'd be able to get used to not being able to use those again.

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So u would need status/ nicknames etc..? that's what I want to know

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well all you need is a chat window and a friend to talk to..and maybe some smilies, you could have games too..

what is it you are exactly doing?