The interface also allowed easy selection of online contacts for sending new messages. The indicators for those contacts online and offline were clear to read. Buttons for video, calls, messages, mail, and contacts are simple and easily distinguishable based on their graphics.
Even for those who are not familiar with the program, it is easy to navigate despite the lack of instructions. After we accepted the user agreement and signed in with an instant messenger username and password, the interface appeared just as it does on Microsoft operating systems. In addition to the fast download, the installer was well designed, getting the program loaded and running in under a minute. Microsoft Messenger for Mac is available for download as freeware with no paid upgrades necessary. Microsoft Messenger for Mac helps keep track of instant messenger communications while using a Mac OS. Those using Microsoft applications sometimes have difficultly when using a Mac.