The first time I logged into Trillian Astra 4.2, I didn't immediately spot the contact list-I had to scroll down to see the IM contacts. That's pretty much a deal-killer, but it's really more Skype's fault than Trillian Astra's, since Skype IM is encrypted. Though Trillian is the only IM client to work with Skype, there's a big downside: You have to be running Skype for the integration to work. Trillian was the first popular third-party IM client because it could handle all the major IM protocols- AIM (Free, ), MSN (Free, ), Yahoo (Free, ), and now Google Talk (Free, ) and Facebook. Startup time has improved in this version: In the past it took far too long. It also offers other software I opted out of. When you install the 15.5MB download, the wizard tries to include the Ask toolbar and make that service your default browser search. Trillian comes in two varieties: A free, reduced functionality version, as well as a $25 Pro version, which adds activity history, tech support, video extras, and more color themes. Though Trillian has tons of features, this granddaddy of all-in-one IM clients is bested by its younger, simpler and equally powerful challenger, Digsby (Free, ).
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Besides offering a version for the iPhone (versions are coming for Blackberry and Mac OS X), it also lets you keep in touch with friends, family, and colleagues via the integration of e-mail and social networking services. Trillian Astra 4.2 ($25, direct) bills itself as the "ultimate IM for Windows," but it's more than just an instant messenger (IM) client. Best Hosted Endpoint Protection and Security Software.
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