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How to transfer files in Windows Live Messenger

Pt. 6 of 10 | 2:39 |

Windows Live Messenger

Monday March 30, 2009

If you want a quick and easy way to share information with family and friends Windows Live Messenger is what you need. It makes it easy to transfer files and folders in real time. You can send a file or have folders that you share with those you trust.

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Download the latest version of Windows Live Messenger and follow along with our tutorial series

- In Windows Live Messenger there are a couple of ways to share and transfer files.

- To share a file in the message window click the menu, select File, then Send a single file.

- You can also transfer a file by clicking the File menu and then Send a single file and then select which contact you want to share the file with.

- When you pick a file to share the intended recipient must accept before the transfer will begin.

- Another way to share files is via your sharing folders.

- Click on the View your sharing folders icon to open that up.

- Windows Live Messenger reminds you that you're sharing folders with a contact and to respect copyright laws.

- You can then share files via the folder with your contact.

- You can pause sharing and restart it at any time.

- You can also view an activity log of your shared folder to see what files have been downloaded or uploaded.

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