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AOL Instant Messenger backup

Note: XML-based plug-ins are temporarily unavailable in the latest version, Handy Backup 7.3.5 (released on April 16, 2013). We are planning to add this feature in several weeks - and if you need it right now, we recommend that you use version 6.9.7 instead.

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AOL Instant Messager is the program which allows exchanging personal messages, documents and pictures instantly and privately with others on the Internet. The new Handy Backup Plug-in allows you to back up these files as well as your personal settings.



Program versions: 5.0.0 - 5.1.3036
Will be backed up: settings
Release Date: 10/4/2006

Download AOL IM Backup plug-in - ZIP file, 1079 bytes

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