Re: LinspostI use yahoo, but the drill is the same regardless of which provider you use. First, choose a provider (msn, yahoo, aol); each party must have the same provider. Next, each party must have the same version of the same provider (free upgrades are available on the internet); Next, the parties must choose the same relative time (adjusting for time zones) to sign on and talk. To prevent echo and other problems, use of a headset is strongly recommended to listen. Current computer models have built in receivers to transmit voice without a microphone (typically I listen with my headset using both (2) jacks, but speak without a microphone). This is general information only, and others may have better advice. Good luck. Goldsoldat.