Freeware Description :
    Miranda IM is a multi protocol instant messenger client with support for ICQ, MSN, Yahoo, Jabber and other protocols. Miranda is much smaller and not nearly as resource consuming as ICQ, MSN, AIM etc., yet it offers most of the basic functionality like member search, online status (away,busy etc) as well as import of an existing contacts and more. The following protocols are available as separate downloads on the website: Gadu-Gadu, ICQ Groupware, IRC, Yahoo, Netsend, EmLanProto, Vypress Chat, POP3 & Tlen. There are also more than 170 free plugins available for download.

Freeware Description :
    Pidgin (formerly GAIM) is a multi-platform instant messaging client that allows you to connect with all your buddies from a single messenger, even if they are using different networks. It supports MSN, AIM,ICQ, Yahoo, IRC, Groupwise, QQ, SILC, SIMPLE, Sametime and XMPP. You can login to multiple messenger accounts at one, allowing you to chat with your buddies on Yahoo, ICQ and MSN (for example) at the same time. It supports all of the standard messenger features including online status, file transfers, contact blocking, contact aliases, buddy groups, status notifications and more. Pidgin also supports plug-ins to add additional functionality.

Freeware Description :
    ConCon Retriever enables you to browse, access and backup all your MSN Messenger/ Windows Live Messenger content files, including custom emoticons, winks, display pictures, DDP`s and backgrounds. You can either backup everything into a single file or transfer your content to another user account or computer. Standalone, no installation required.

Freeware Description :
    BitWise IM is a direct connect messenger and voice chat program, that encrypts all chats and file transfers. It is designed to operate with minimal server interaction and offers a completely server-free mode, text macros, offline messaging, offline message forwarding to email, invisible mode, custom away messages and more. It also includes file transfer and a web interface for sending messages and checking offline messages - so even if you re away from your computer, you can still check messages as long as you have access to a browser. The additional whiteboard, allows users to share a drawing interface that supports full color, layers, and even images as well as freehand drawings. BitWise IM is an easy to use chat client for people that want to get away from the masses and chat in a more private and secure environment. The program uses a standalone executable, that does not require an install. Free account registration required, in order to activate your username.