Skype for Linux has just reached 2.0 status, bringing to it free video calling (interoperable with Mac and PC users) and other features that we’ve seen on other platforms already. Does it bring free video chats with a hot blonde called Tricia McMillan? We’d totally switch to Linux for that.

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One of the most widely used pieces of free software ever, AOL Instant Messenger offers a ton of capabilities.
Pros:
Extremely customizable. Largest chat community. Can stream tunes to contacts. XM radio integrated. Strong mobile integration.
Cons:
Ad-heavy. No interaction with other IM networks. Tries to download too much other stuff during downloads and wants to take over your […]

Yahoo Go 2.0 is a free Mobile Phone Software however, using it requires data connectivity from your wireless carrier, who may charge additional fees.
Platforms: Pocket PC, Java (J2ME), BlackBerry
Version: 2.0
Type: Freeware
Features:
•Check out your Yahoo! email
•Local and Maps
•Yahoo! oneSearch
•Share photos using Flickr
Languages Supported:
US, UK, India, Indonesia, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, France, Germany, Italy, Spain and Canada.

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