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by **wrveres** » Tue Mar 28, 2006 4:08 pm

One of the greatest tools known to all successful fantasy ballers is Instant Messenger.

Now I have always used Yahoo, realizing that it was quick and easy since I use Yahoo mail. Coordinating the two is a breeze, but I lose contact with any AOL IM guys ..

Recently I upgraded my Yahoo IM to the newest and the best. The phone that lets you do free phone calls and all the gizmos.

Unfortunately, I have had nothing but problems.

A) The free phone service is ok and all, but it is more like a CB.
B) I have connection problems with people that do not have the newest messenger.
More specific, I get cut off while IMing if they do not have the newest version. I have to actually go to the saved file to find out what they said. It is a real pain, and somewhat embarassing while talking to somebody.

So in light of all this ..
I am thinking of upgrading altogether.
I understand there are IM programs out there that let me talk to both Yahoo and AOL guys but I am not sure which one is the best.
I would have a couple of questions about the new software too.

* can I synchronize it with my Yahoo mail
* can I use the file swap feature
* can I do the free phone call thingee
* can I save IM conversations
* Is it a memory hog

Thanks
Any and all help is appreciated.

by **Dan Lambskin** » Tue Mar 28, 2006 4:34 pm

what about us MSN guys?

by **acsguitar** » Tue Mar 28, 2006 4:34 pm

Trillian is one that I've heard off. Yea the voicetalk isn't great on yahoo but i'm sure you could download some programs that are better.

Just do a good search on Instant Messengers or chat programs. I don't use them so I really don't have much advice