So for the last 2 weeks I've been having the same problem as all of you...
I analyzed the answers on this forum and found a few interesting tips...but no real winners :(
Regardless...I have to thank the people who provided the tips that lead me to a new solution to our common problem! (Thank you)
The FIX:
(Note - This has only been tested in windows xp...but it will eliminate the need to completely re-install internet explorer!)
Step 1 - Press Ctrl+alt+delete to access the 'windows task manager'
Step 2 - Click the 'process tab' and end both "wlcomm.exe" and "msnmsgr.exe"
Step 3 - Open up Internet Explorer and go to: tools and click on 'Internet Options'
Step 4 - Click the 'Advanced' tab on the top right
Step 5 - At the bottom you should see something that says "Reset Internet Explorer Settings"....click the reset button and then read the pop up and confirm your IE reset by click the the second reset button at the bottom of your pop up screen
Step 6 - After the reset completes - open up internet explorer (make sure you close firefox if you are using it) and run thru the 'Internet Explorer Set up Screen' (you do not have to set Internet Explorer as your home page/default browser/change you default search provider)
Step 7 - now exit Internet Explorer and re-open it once more (leave firefox or any other browser closed) then open up Live/MSN messenger and log-in
PROBLEM SOLVED!
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Step 8 -
Step 1 : Go to internet explore
Step 2 : Tools-> advanced
Step 3 : Make sure that (SSL 2.0) and (SSL 3.0) is clicked. Scroll down and find this txt : (Allow active content from files on my computer) make sure to unclick it.
Step 4 : Close internet explore
Step 5 : Open Windows live messenger. ( SIGN me in automatically)(make sure it is checked/clicked).
Works on Windows 7 and 8.