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WhatsApp vs Windows Live Messenger

A side-by-side look at WhatsApp and Windows Live Messenger. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

WhatsApp

WhatsApp

Social & Communications

WhatsApp is a popular cross-platform instant messaging and voice over IP service owned by Meta. It allows users to send text messages, voice messages, video calls, images, documents and user location free over an internet data connection.

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Windows Live Messenger

Windows Live Messenger

Social & Communications

Windows Live Messenger was an instant messaging client developed by Microsoft. It allowed users to communicate in real-time via text, voice, and video chat. At its peak, Windows Live Messenger had over 330 million active users per month.

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