we all know how much the new msn messenger (windows live messenger 9 ) SUCKS !!
so here's an alternative,it's free quick and no need to instal

windows live 9 alternative

On the other hand you can still use windows live 8.5 here's how to bypass the idiot restriction
right click on the .exe file ,
chose properties
compatibility
run this program in compatibility mode and chose windows 2000
click on ok
and that's it.you can now use windows 8.5 i tried it and it works

download windows live 8.5