For some it's been frustrating trying to figure it out..
Here's a suggestion for anyone interested in the live chat;
Click on "live chat". It's at the top of the page on the right
After live chat loads, open the control panel (3rd icon from the right) and check mark the sound boxes in the settings feature. This will turn on sound features alerting you to others entering, exiting, and posting in the chatroom. This way if there's no one else but you in live chat, you can simply minimize live chat and do other other things online and the sounds will alert you when others enter, exit, or post ..
You can also change font style & size, and even choose a screen color for your window. And there's even wacky sounds you can use!
Come on ya'll, what are you waiting for? It's a great way to meet and greet other members..