Chat Downloads

ICQ 2000a ( 6.29 MB, Windows NT/95/98, Freeware )

Chat, send files, play games or surf the Web together with your friends using ICQ 2000a. This new ICQ is firewall compatible and keeps a record of every communication sent or received. The other new features include an enhanced interface, a quick-launch bar, ICQmail and Web search functionality. This version also offers improved connectivity and additional firewall settings.

Download from:www.icq.com

AOL Instant Messenger ( 2.03 MB, Windows 3.X/9.X, Freeware )

Set up Buddy Lists and send private messages to AOL members or other users of Instant Messenger; rich text and hyperlinks can be sent as well. Version 4.0 lets you send and receive photos, images, sounds, animation and provides telephony support for live voice conversations.

Download from: http://aim.aol.com/

MIRC ( 1.09 MB, Windows NT/95/98, Trial, $20)

Chat with your Net buddies with this fully customisable IRC client. This powerful Internet communication utility offers full send-and-receive capabilities. It’s easy to configure and use. Features include an events handler, multiple user profiles and locking features. It also offers improved IRCX server support, new pop-up windows and bug fixes.

Download from: http://www.mirc.co.uk/