Assuming you're using Windows XP, this problem can usually occur when Messenger it set into
compatibility mode. To check, click Start, then Run, type "%programfiles%\MSN Messenger" and
click OK. Right click on msnmsgr, choose Properties and then click the Compatibility tab.
Make sure nothing is checked and then click OK.
Then try running Messenger again.
--
Jonathan Kay
Microsoft MVP - Windows Messenger/MSN Messenger/Windows Live Messenger
Associate Expert http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone/
Messenger Resources - http://messenger.jonathankay.com
All posts unless otherwise specified are (c) 2006 Jonathan Kay.
You *must* contact me for redistribution rights.