What Is Instant Messaging?
Instant messages are an online conversation between two or more people who have AOL Instant Messenger or America Online software. Instant messages are private and free. The AOL Instant Messenger is a free software program that lets you:
See when your friends are online Exchange instant messages with them Participate in group chat rooms Trade files such as pictures, invitations or documents Find new friends Get customized news and stock quotes Search the Web
It takes about 10 minutes to download this free program over a standard, 28.8 computer modem and telephone line. The installation process takes about three minutes, and it's easy to add your friends' screen names to your Buddy List. Then you're all set to send instant messages!
AOL Instant Messenger Home Page is located at: http://www.aol.com/aim/
You don't have to download the AOL Instant Messenger client to send instant messages. With Quick Buddy, you can send instant messages directly from a Web browser, such as Netscape Navigator or Microsoft Internet Explorer. It's private and free. To use Quick Buddy, you must have an AOL screen name or be a registered AIM user.
