AOL Unveils Secure Version oF AIM

AOL the world's largest ISP has begun publicly testing its new IM AIM Pro Professional Edition (PE), a version of its AIM instant messaging service for office environments. AIM Pro PE designed for individual professionals a la consultants, I.T departments and small and medium-sized businesses is expected to launch in final form late in this year's third quarter. Developed in conjunction with WebEx Communications, AIM Pro PEcan be downloaded and tested for free. It will carry a subscription fee after the beta period ends.AIM Pro PE features tighter security than the consumer version and an ad-free interface and it lets users conduct voice and video conferences and Web meetings. It is also integrated with Microsoft's Outlook.