16Getting Started with Ubuntu®Instant Messaging with PidginThe Pidgin messaging client allows you to usemultiple types of instant messaging accountsand protocols all at onceClick1 → Applications→ Internet→Pidgin Internet MessengerIf you are opening Pidgin for the first time,2in addition to your Buddy List, an Accountsdialogue box will prompt you to addaccountsClick3 AddSelect the4 Protocol of the account that youwant to add, enter the required information,and click SaveClose the5 Accounts dialogue box and,optionally, the Buddy ListYou can access the Pidgin menu optionsby right-clicking on the Pidgin icon on thetop panelImporting Digital PhotographsTo import photos from your camera:Plug-in and switch on the camera by placing1it in review modeClick on2 Import PhotosA preview of the photos appearChoose a location on your hard drive to save3your photos and click Import