Time for the next series of useful free (for the most part) software apps and tools!

Gaiiden's Links: Communication

Trillian - IM client for IRC, Yahoo, MSN, ICQ/AIM, and a few others. $25 for Pro version - used to be a yearly license but I have yet to renew mine after a year so I guess they changed it.
GrandCentral - Tired of handing out 5 different phone numbers? How about just one? That barely scratches the surface of this awesome service
I.M. Everywhere - I.M. Everywhere is a plugin for Trillian Pro 2 or greater that lets you access your contact list -- as well as send and receive instant messages -- from any web browser or mobile phone. It can also send email or SMS alerts to your cellular phone when you receive new messages, or when favourite contacts come online.
Imagination Cubed - A simple online white board collaboration tool where you can invite friends to join in
Pidgin - used to be GAIM - supports a wide variety of IM clients, more than Trillian.
Skype - Make and receive internet calls from other internet users and land/cell phones. Supports common IM features as well

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