Samurai Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 Ok everyone. This is in response to the main topic Windows Live Ideas.Windows Live Messenger is a beta version of MSN Messenger, part of Microsoft's new online service called Windows Live. Windows Live Messenger will reportedly introduce numerous new features and include all of the features from MSN Messenger. Windows Live Messenger 8 is available to Microsoft beta testers and users who have been registered through the Windows Live website.New FeaturesSharing FoldersThe "sharing folder" feature of Windows Live Messenger is an alternative to the current "direct transfer" method of file distribution. When a user wants to deliver a file to another person on his or her contact list, the "sharing folder" window appears, which is an individualized representation of all previously shared items.When files are added to the "sharing folder" for that particular person, the file will automatically be transferred to the corresponding computer when they are online. This means that the folder is literally "shared" between two computers. If a user deletes a file, for example, the file will also be deleted from the corresponding computer's shared folder.To minimize risk of virus-infected transfers, the "sharing folder" feature is bundled with an anti-virus program. The "sharing folder" feature can only be used on computers with their hard disks formatted in NTFS format.Communicating While Appearing OfflineWith this new feature, one's status may be set to appear offline, however, unlike previous versions of MSN Messenger, one can continue to communicate whilst appearing offline. This is a useful feature for privacy issues.DistributionCurrently, Windows Live Messenger is invitation-only. In a system similar to that of Gmail, when people are invited to Windows Live Messenger, they gain invitations to distribute. Invitations to beta test Live Messenger are also being sold on auction websites.My invites have just risen to 29, but I'd obviously like to keep a few myself so I'm offering 20 invites to everyone here at Nsane Productions, with the majority going to Admin, Mods, Site Staff & ViP's should they wish to have one. Anyone wishing to donate, though non-obligatory will of course receive one (invites permitting) - Just PM me for details if you would like to do this. Simply state in this thread if you would like one, and I'll be in contact via PM should you get selected. Thanks.INVITES LEFT: 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unbekannt Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 Currently, Windows Live Messenger is invitation-onlyOnly if you follow the rules... ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicano666 Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 I would like one please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai Posted March 11, 2006 Author Share Posted March 11, 2006 I would like one please.Done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apcmiller Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I'd like one as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai Posted March 12, 2006 Author Share Posted March 12, 2006 I'd like one as wellDone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Posted March 12, 2006 Share Posted March 12, 2006 I have about 10 if anyone wants one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejams Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 I would be pretty happy if I got one of those invites :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicano666 Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Appareantly the download server is down or something, can't manage to download it :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eBait Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 I have invites for spare too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eXtortiOn Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 can i please have one :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejams Posted March 13, 2006 Share Posted March 13, 2006 Err... whoever sent me the invite thank you very much :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
erRor67 Posted March 14, 2006 Share Posted March 14, 2006 I'll take one :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai Posted March 14, 2006 Author Share Posted March 14, 2006 If anyone hasn't received one, PM me with your MSN / Hotmail address.I'd like to see your name on this thread first though, then PM me so I know who's got one at a glance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Lite Posted March 15, 2006 Administrator Share Posted March 15, 2006 Its been quoted elsewhere you can download and use it without the need for invites. Don't quote me(i had invites). Since its hosted on microsoft's servers, DL Link: http://g.msn.com/1csbeta/Mess80_EN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai Posted March 15, 2006 Author Share Posted March 15, 2006 Its been quoted elsewhere you can download and use it without the need for invites. Don't quote me(i had invites). Since its hosted on microsoft's servers, DL Link: http://g.msn.com/1csbeta/Mess80_ENhttp://:www.softpedia.com/get/Internet/Cha...ssenger-8.shtmlThis a BETA version of Windows Live Messenger! ONLY beta testers can login using this version!I haven't tried using it without an invite, maybe someone who hasn't got one yet can try it out for us :sneaky: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dj_unibob Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 I have been a beta tester for about 2 to 2 and half months, seen a few changes during that time, which included an interface change, but it improved it imo, still have a few bugs here and there, but that is because of my activex settings in IE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrator Lite Posted March 15, 2006 Administrator Share Posted March 15, 2006 http://www.msn.co.uk/messengerbeta/Default.asp?MSPSA=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejams Posted March 15, 2006 Share Posted March 15, 2006 If you try it without the invite it signs you out auto.Theres a program MSN P13 Downgrader or something and it allows you to sign in.. but it signs out if you block someone, unblock someone, or change your name(like 40% of the time.)It'd be best to get an invite.. I found out I got mine by signing the beta list and they sent me an invitation. None of you guys sent it :PEDIT: The Sign-up link was in the page Lite posted.. http://:www4.imagine-msn.com/minisites/mes...px?locale=en-us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samurai Posted March 15, 2006 Author Share Posted March 15, 2006 If you try it without the invite it signs you out auto.Theres a program MSN P13 Downgrader or something and it allows you to sign in.. but it signs out if you block someone, unblock someone, or change your name(like 40% of the time.)It'd be best to get an invite.. I found out I got mine by signing the beta list and they sent me an invitation. None of you guys sent it :PThanks for letting us know ejams ;)I would have given you an invite but I must of missed you :( Glad to see you got one though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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