Instant Messaging

  Instant messaging is a convenient way to communicate with friends, family and colleagues LIVE on the Internet!

   You can use different instant messaging services with AT&T Worldnet Service. Most of these instant messaging services are FREE no matter what ISP you use.

  AOL Instant Messenger®, MSN Messenger®, Yahoo! Messenger® and ICQ® (I seek you) are the most widely used free IM services compatible with AT&T Worldnet Service.

  Features of instant messaging services generally include the following. You'll want to check their individual websites for details about these and other features they may offer:

• Instant messaging: See when your friends, family and colleagues are online and communicate with them in real-time (one conversation between two people)
• Chat: Create a private chat room where you can talk to several friends, family or colleagues together in one online room (group conversation)
• File sharing: Send photos, music, and files to your contact during an IM session
• Emoticons: Express yourself with smiley and other faces

  Visit our instant messaging FAQwhere you'll find the following information:

• What is instant messaging?
• How do I sign up for an instant messaging service?
• Do I have to pay to use an instant messaging service?