The instant messaging (IM) feature lets you exchange messages in real time with your friends. When you write a message and send it, the text displays immediately in the recipient's mailbox.

You can use IM in ZWC to:

• Create a list of contacts, also known as buddies, to communicate with in real time

• Interact with your buddies by setting up individual IM chats.

• Save your chat transcripts

• Integrate IM messages with email

• Set your desired IM preferences

• Login to external IM Clients such as Yahoo! Messenger