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For more information,
visit these FAQs:
Q:
What is instant messaging?
A: Instant messaging is an easy, convenient way to communicate with
friends and family online. Messages are sent and received instantly,
giving you the convenience of e-mail and the immediacy of a telephone
call.
Q:
What is AIM?
A: The AOL Instant Messenger
TM service (AIM) is a free service used
by millions of people worldwide to stay in contact and to communicate
instantly. Private and secure, the AIM service enables you to exchange
instant messages with other registered AIM users, as well as with all
AOL® and Compuserve 2000 subscribers.
Q:
What is the AIM service for mobile phones?
A: The AIM service for mobile phones is a free service that lets
you:
- Send and receive
instant messages wherever you are
- Know when friends
and family are online
- Communicate with
buddies whether they're on their phones, computers or PDAs
- Enjoy several
conversations at once
The service is designed
specifically for mobile phone users who want to remain in touch while
on the go.
Q:
How much does the AIM service for mobile phones cost?
A: Whether you're on your computer or your mobile phone, the
AIM service is absolutely free. Of course, when using the AIM service
for mobile phones, you're still responsible for usage charges from your
wireless carrier.
Q:
What do I need to get started?
A:
All you need to enjoy the ease and convenience
of Instant Messaging on your mobile phone is:
- An AIM screen
name
- A Web-enabled
or short messaging service (SMS)-enabled phone
- An authorized
mobile service provider that offers the AIM service for mobile phones
The AIM service
for mobile phones works with your existing wireless Web connection or
short messaging service.
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Q:
How do I get a screen name?
A: If you have a screen name that you use with AOL® or Compuserve2000,
you can also use it as your AIM screen name.
If you're not registered
with these services, or if you prefer to use a new screen name, you
can easily register
a screen name.
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Q:
How can I set up my phone for instant messaging without a computer?
A: To use instant messaging on your mobile phone, a computer is
necessary to register for the AIM service and obtain a screen name and
password. However, you don't need a computer to set up your phone for
instant messaging. To do this, perform the following steps:
- Create a new
message. Depending on your phone, leave the message blank or type
a space or character, if necessary.
- Send the message
to the number 4653, which is the "AIM-Settings" command.
- You will receive
a series of messages from the AIM service.
- Write down the
the commands and buddy names and their associated numbers. Type an
entry for each command and buddy in your phone book.
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