Had a look at all those frustrated comments in the hate forum. Why would Microsoft take such a step backwards?
It's their stupid, geeky, 'hippy village' ethos where everyone is supposed to want to share everything with everyone else. The culture of Twatter, Farsebook etc....
They don't seem to understand privacy, simplicity and user choice.
Fortunately I'm now back to a high-speed computer with WinXP SP3, IE8, OE and even good old Photo Editor. Even my Hotmail back-up is configured to be accessed using OE rather than through the MS website...
Screw b****y Windows Live Mail Messenger Photo Gallery - slow, clunky, horrible graphics and lack of functionality. An utter crock!!