Not generally. Some programs may need the connection to check for updates.
There are no special steps needed to install Windows 98 programs in ME. You just need to run the installer of the program, just as you would on 98.
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I am not too familiar with Hotmail, but from what I can find Hotmail does not offer email encryption. However, with certain programs, such as freenigma, you can add encryption to your emails.
No, mail programs can NOT create websites.
because you need to know the codes for the icons
Anyone can download a free PointPoint Viewer; in order to install programs, you usually need administrative privileges on the system you are using, or the ability to install programs.
It doesn't if it is just for a basic hotmail account
If they are appearing invisible on MSN/Hotmail messenger, there is no way of finding out. There are no programs to allow you to see if they are appearing online, Microsoft made this a privacy setting, so people who do not want to talk, but want to be logged in can do so.
No, but you need to have a valid email address.
Yes, you need a Hotmail or a Windows Live email address in order to have an account.
you can, you need to have hotmail to do it