Process: msnmsgr.exe (Messenger)

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msnmsgr.exe - General Information
Name:
msnmsgr.exe (Messenger)
Publisher
Microsoft Corporation
Product:
Messenger
Default location:
%ProgramFiles%\MSN Messenger\MsnMsgr.Exe
msnmsgr.exe - Description and Recommendation
MSN Messenger is Microsoft's popular Instant Messaging service. Allowing users to communicate with their friends, MSN Messenger provides extensive customization as well as fun features such as File Sharing, Video and Voice calls, as well as Games and News feeds. MSN Messenger is Free and users can log into the service by creating a LiveID or attatching an existing e-mail address to the Windows Live service.
MsnMsgr.Exe - Uninstall Techniques
MSN Messenger can be uninstalled through the Windows Add/Remove Programs list. If this can not be reached, running the MSN Messenger Setup may provide an uninstall option. Reinstalling the application will also create an Add/Remove Program entry.
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Reply #1 from Stardock Forums Top
It tells what MSN Messenger is, but it doesn't tell whether or not the startup program is necessary for the program to function.
Reply #2 from Stardock Forums Top
It is the program. So no, it's not necessary for it to function, but it is necessary if you want it to run on startup . . . because otherwise, it won't be run.
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