Pidgin (formerly Gaim) 2.1 multilingual Windows - Multi-protocol IM Client (66 languages included)

Pidgin is a multi-protocol instant messaging client that works with AOL Instant Messenger, ICQ, MSN Messenger, Yahoo!, Jabber, Gadu-Gadu, IRC and more.rnThis means you can log into multiple networks all with the same program so you can chat with all your friends simultaneously, regardless which network they prefer.rnPidgin is Open Source, meaning this is the full version, royalty-free and containing no Spyware or Adware.rnrnFeatures:rn- Away messagesrn- Buddy Pounces: notifies you with a unique sound when a specific buddy goes away, signs online, or returns from idlern- Clarity: Tabbed conversations, contact aliasing and groupingrn- Cross-platform (runs on Windows, Linux, Mac OS X and other operating systems)rn- File transferrn- History: Conversation and chat loggingrn- Multilingual interface: 66 languages includedrn- Plugins: text replacement, buddy ticker, extended message notification, iconify on away, and morern- Privacy: Secure encrypted messagingrn- Spell checking and Emoticonsrn- Typing notificationrnrnHomepage:rnhttp://www.pidgin.im/rnrnThere is also an older portable version available, so you can take your own IM settings, buddy lists, conversation history, spell checkers, plugins and preferences with you.rnYou can place it on your USB flash drive, iPod, portable hard drive or a CD and use it on any computer, without leaving any personal information behind.rnhttp://portableapps.com/apps/internet/gaim_portable