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Windows Live
is the collective brand name for a set of services and software products from
Microsoft. A majority of these services are Web applications, accessible from
a browser, but there are applications that need installing as well. There are
three basic groups of these services: informed, connected and protected
experiences.
Windows Live was announced on November 1, 2005. Several Windows Live
properties were rebranded and enhanced from Microsoft's MSN set of products
and services. However, MSN still exists alongside Windows Live as a means of
delivering programmed content (as opposed to customized content and
communications). Although the new branding might suggest closer technical ties
to the Microsoft Windows operating system and services, the two are available
separately. Microsoft said that Windows Live "is a way to extend the Windows
user experience". However, some Web browser based Windows Live applications
are available outside of Windows, and Windows doesn't include Windows Live
applications either. Windows Vista does, however, provide a link in the Start
menu to download Windows Live Messenger, after the removal of Windows
Messenger.
Some released Windows Live services and programs include the Live Search
search engine, the Windows Live Messenger instant messaging client, the
Windows Live Hotmail webmail service, the Windows Live OneCare computer
security service, and Windows Live Spaces.
Besides Windows Live, which is mainly aimed at individuals, there are some
other Web properties from Microsoft that are branded as "Live": Microsoft
Office Live for small businesses, the Xbox Live multiplayer gaming and content
delivery system for Xbox and Xbox 360, and the Games for Windows - LIVE
multiplayer gaming service for Microsoft Windows.
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