Instant Messaging

Instant messaging is a service that enables you to send and receive messages instantly with another individual or group of people who are using the same program. Most messenger services allow you to make a list of contacts and will alert you when any of them are online. The service is also used by many "chat" lines as it allows you to converse with other members of a specific website and you can even start your own chat group. Messaging services are ideal for personal use and corporate communications. Most businesses and organizations, including Internet service providers, use instant messaging programs to offer online customer support for their products or services. Don't forget to protect your messaging privacy with a password and you can also use filters and parental controls on your system.