How to Install MSN on Windows 8

June 2023 ยท 3 minute read

MSN by Microsoft Windows offers a number of different services and apps that can help enhance your experience as a Windows user. If you want additional MSN services that aren't already installed on your Windows 8 computer, you can install...

Method 1 of 3:

Installing Windows Essentials

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    Navigate to the download page for Microsoft Windows Essentials at http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-live/essentials.

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    Click on 'Download Now,' then select the option to save the .exe file to your Windows 8 desktop.

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    Double-click on the Windows Essentials .exe file saved on your desktop. The Windows Essentials installation wizard will display on-screen.

  • Picture 4 of How to Install MSN on Windows 8 Follow the on-screen prompts to install the products of your choice associated with Windows Essentials. You can choose to install one or more of the following products:
  • Windows Live Mail: Allows you to manage multiple email accounts, calendars, and contacts.
  • Windows Live Writer: Allows you to create blog posts that can be published to any of your favorite blog service providers.
  • Microsoft OneDrive: Allows you to create, manage, and access files from any device or computer.
  • Photo Gallery: Allows you to edit, publish, and share photos.
  • Movie Maker: Allows you to create movies using photos and videos.[1]
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    Click on 'Finish' when the Windows Essentials wizard informs you installation is complete. You can now start using the Microsoft products you installed via Windows Essentials.

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    Installing Skype (Updated Version of MSN Messenger)

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    Navigate to Skype's website at http://www.skype.com/en/download-skype/skype-for-computer/.

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    Verify that your Windows 8 device is selected, then click on 'Get Skype for Windows.'

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    Select the option to save the Skype .exe file to your Windows 8 desktop.

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    Double-click on the Skype .exe file. Skype's installation wizard will display on-screen.

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    Select your preferred language from the dropdown menu, review Skype's terms and conditions, then click on 'I agree -- next.'

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    Indicate whether you also want to install Skype Click to Call, then click on 'Continue.' Skype Click to Call allows you to make free domestic telephone calls using Skype's services.

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    Review the Microsoft Services Agreement and Privacy Policy, then click on 'Continue.'

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    Indicate whether you want to make Bing your default search engine, and whether you want to make MSN your homepage, then click on 'Continue.'

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    Wait for Skype to complete installation. When installation is complete, Skype will launch and display on-screen.

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    Sign in to Skype using your MSN or Microsoft username and password. You can now chat with your friends using Skype, which is the updated version of MSN Messenger.[2]

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    Troubleshooting

  • Picture 16 of How to Install MSN on Windows 8 Try uninstalling and reinstalling Skype if the program fails to work on your Windows 8 computer. In most cases, reinstalling Skype can correct any software problems or technical issues you might be experiencing with the program.[3]
  • Close Skype, then press the 'Windows' and 'R' keys. The Run dialog box will display on-screen.
  • Type 'appwiz.cpl' into the Run dialog box, then click on 'OK.'
  • Right-click on 'Skype,' then select 'Uninstall' or 'Remove.' Windows 8 will remove Skype from your computer.
  • Follow all steps outlined in method one of this article to reinstall Skype.
  • Picture 17 of How to Install MSN on Windows 8 Take note of any installation error messages you receive when trying to install Windows Essentials, then make the necessary changes to your computer. In some cases, you may have problems installing the program if your computer lacks enough disk space or a firewall is blocking the installation.[4]
  • Installation error 0x80070643 or 0x800706d9: Windows Firewall needs to be enabled. Click on 'Start,' type 'Windows Firewall' in the search box, select the program, then click on 'Turn on Windows Firewall.'
  • Installation error 0x80070005: Log in to Windows as an administrator to install Windows Essentials.
  • Installation error 0x8104000b: Try refreshing your Internet connection, then restart your computer before proceeding.
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    Update 04 March 2020

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