Instant messaging is great. You can chat with someone, set a status, delete, ignore or hide from your friends... it's like high school all over again.

But what's generally disappointing about the instant messaging applications we use, is the fact that we don't really know whether our friends are doing the same things to us (delete, ignore etc).

Luckily, some dude allowed this to happen, by creating dMSN Messenger. This tool is based on Java, and you can connect to it by using your ICQ or/and MSN account.

The interface looks familiar, but it is more user-friendly that we are generally used to.

What sets dMSN Messenger apart from other chat software is the fact that it allows you to see when anyone has closed the conversation window, has deleted you from their contact list, or if they have blocked you.

In addition, there is a real-time translator in your chat conversation window, so you don't have to switch to an internet browser and look up words. The background theme can be changed.

ICQ and MSN can be run at the same time.

In matter of CPU resources, dMSN Messenger is very forgiving with an operating system, and you won't see it crash as often as others.

The best way to see if this dMSN Messenger tool is more compatible with your computer, is to test it for yourself.