Providing instant messaging (IM) internet presence information and chat capability from displayed email messages

摘要

Systems and methods for integrating instant messaging (IM) services and email services are described. In one embodiment, an email message is received and displayed on an email screen. Instant messaging (IM) information, such as IM Internet presence information, is displayed on the email screen. Additionally, options for launching IM sessions are provided on the displayed email screen.