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Why is Y! Messenger not updating in realtime?

I have the latest version (11). I also noticed this problem in older versions, and also in other IM software (Pidgin, Kopete on ubuntu).

I receive the messages very late, and all at once. From time to time, sent messages appear twice. Also, the contacts list (who is online/offline) updates late. Why could that be? And how can it be fixed?

I am connected to the internet through Wi-Fi from my laptop, if that is any help.

Update:

Usually the 'late' problem can mean around 5-10 minutes.

Also, friends from my contact list reported that I keep going online/offline.

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    Lv 5
    10 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    Yahoo is old and tired, like my grandma.

    It'll get around to it when it feels like it.

    Source(s): They're both very cranky.
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