Windows Live Essentials
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You'll be amazed at all the easy and exciting things you
can do with your new PC and Windows Live right now.
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Windows Live Messenger 2011
Windows Live Messenger brings together updates from across the web to one place, so you don't need to go to all of your social networks to see what's going on with your friends.
More than just chatting.

HD Video Chatting
Have more fun with your friends. Chat face–to–face in high definition (HD) using a webcam,* start a photo slide show, watch online videos, and share links you've discovered on the web.
Keep in touch even when you're on the go and away from home. See who's online, chat with friends, and see social updates from friends using Messenger on your mobile phone.
* For HD video chat, both you and your friend need to have an HD webcam and a recent version of Messenger installed on your computer.
Not all Windows Live Essential features are available on all systems. For system requirements, please see: http://explore.live.com/windows-live-2011-system-requirements.