How do I make Windows Live Messenger work?

I recently downloaded the latest version of messenger and when I try to sign in it tells me that my firewall may be blocking Windows Live Messenger from connecting to the service. I have looked at my firewall settings but don't know what to change. Please help!

How do I make Windows Live Messenger work?windows xp service

you have to set up exceptions for Windows Live Messenger, you cannot miss it in the firewall settings.

How do I make Windows Live Messenger work?microsoft xp internet explorer

go to hotmail.com and download their windows messenger.
hi

start

settings

control panel

security center

windows firewall

go to 'exceptions'

search MSn and tick it

ok

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