AOL To Challenge Microsoft In The Instant Messaging Market

AOL has launched an upmarket version of its popular instant messaging service aimed squarely at small businesses, and at Microsoft's forthcoming Office Live service.

The AIM Pro client supports integration with Microsoft Outlook and gives users one-click access to WebEx Communications' voice and video conferencing and Web collaboration services. Unlike the consumer version, AIM Pro offers "business-grade security" and SSL encryption, and automatic anti-virus file scanning user name. Users can make their business email address their AIM screen name.

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