Windows Live is the collective brand name for a set of services and software products fromMicrosoft. A majority of these services are Web applications, accessible from a browser, but there are also applications that need to be installed. There are three ways in which Windows Live services are offered: Windows Live Essentials applications, web services, and mobile services.
The key features of Windows Live:
- Home Get a quick view of your world—e-mail, invitations, and what’s new with your network.
- People Manage your contacts from Hotmail, Messenger, and Profile, all in one place.
- Mail Get fast, easy, reliable e-mail from Hotmail, with more spam protection and plenty of storage.
- Photos Post your favorite shots online in beautiful slideshows that only the people you choose can see.
- Calendar Check your schedule, share calendars with others, and get reminders when you need them.
- Events Plan your next event with customized invitations, a guest list, RSVPs, and a place to share online.
- Groups Bring your team, club, or other group together with a webpage, calendar, and more.
- Spaces Express yourself with your own customized webpage—add a blog, photos, videos, and more.
- SkyDrive Store the files you need online and share them with the people you choose.
- Family Safety Help protect your kids online, with customizable web filters and contact management.
- Mobile Stay in sync from the road, with Windows Live on your web-enabled mobile device.
- Downloads Download Windows Live Essentials—free programs for your PC, including Messenger, Mail, Photo Gallery, Movie Maker, Writer, Toolbar, and Family Safety.
