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Windows Live Essentials

What is Windows Live Essentals? Simply put, it's free software that makes a PC running Windows 7 do more great things. Things like e‑mail, instant messaging, photo editing, and blogging.

Windows Live Essentials is available from the Windows Live website. The free download includes:

Windows Live Messenger

Messenger

Chat instantly with friends and family on your PC or mobile phone.

Windows Live Photo Gallery

Photo Gallery

Find, fix, and share your photos.

Windows Live Mail

Mail

Manage multiple e‑mail accounts (like Hotmail) in one place.

Windows Live Writer

Writer

Compose your blog, add photos and video, then post it on the web.

Windows Live Movie Maker

Movie Maker

Turn your photos and videos into great‑looking movies and slide shows.

Windows Live Family Safety

Family Safety

Manage and monitor online activities so your kids stay safe.

Windows Live Toolbar

Toolbar

Search instantly from any webpage.