How Do You Send Messages Through DOS?
Microsoft Windows is a DOS-based operating system. This means that on every version of Windows, there is a program called command prompt that runs DOS. Using DOS, you can send messages to other users. There is a catch, however– on most of the later versions of Windows (Windows XP and later), the Messenger service is disabled by default. In this case, you must first enable the Messenger service in the Windows Control Panel. Enabling the Messenger Service Step 1 Open the Control Panel by going to “Start,” “Settings” and “Control Panel.” Step 2 Double-click “Administrative Tools,” then double-click “Services.” Step 3 Scroll down to “Messenger,” right-click it and select “Properties.” Step 4 Change the “Startup Type” to “Manual,” and click “Apply” in the bottom left corner. Then click the “Start” button under “Service Status.” Sending Your Message Step 1 Open the command prompt by going to “Start,” “Accessories” and “Command Prompt.” Step 2 First test the messenger service by sending a me
