Windows Live Messenger force the installation of a newer version that I don't want.

A newer version of Windows Live Messenger has been downloaded without being asked. Now can't connect - pop up says MUST install a newer version to continue. DON'T want to change. How can I get rid of the plague?

Hello

Method 1.
Here's how you can solve this problem:

a. download the latest version of Windows Live Messenger available onhttp://explore.live.com/windows-live-Messenger-XP

b. update of Windows XP through Windows Update.

c. go to "C:\Program Files\Windows Live" and remove the 'Messenger' folder (Note: replace 'C' with your root drive letter)

d. go to "C:\programdata" (Note: replace 'C' with your root drive letter) and remove Windows Live install and WLInstaller, if you have a

e. restart the PC.

f. run the installation program that you downloaded.

Method 2.
If the problem persists I recommend you ask your question on the dedicated Windows Live forums.

Here is the link to the Windows Live Messenger category.
http://windowslivehelp.com/forums.aspx?ProductID=2

I hope this helps.

Thank you, and in what concerns:
Shekhar S - Microsoft technical support.

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