msmsgs.exe

October 11th, 2005 - 08:21 am ET by oliverson

This is the primary process of Windows Messenger, an Internet conversation tool that is installed by default on most Windows computers. An icon will appear in the taskbar allowing you access to its functions (internet conversation, file sharing and audio/video communication). This is not an essential process. The activation or deactivation of Windows Messenger can be found in the user preferences.

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