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shahg_shahg
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open source lan messenger

Post by shahg_shahg »

hi dear h r u ....i m looking for a open source lan messenger like outlook messenger

kindly guide me about this....thanks..
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Post by lambda »

many apps support zeroconf (aka rendezvous, bonjour): pidgin, empathy/telepathy, etc. i use empathy.
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Softros LAN Messenger Open Source Software Written In Java


Softros LAN Messenger is an easy-to-use LAN messaging application for effective intra-office communication. It does not require a server and is very easy to install. Softros LAN Messenger correctly identifies and works under Windows NT/2000/XP limited user accounts (without administrative privileges). Softros LAN Messenger comes with a variety of handy features such as message notification alarms, personal or group messaging, file transfer, Window XP theme support, and an intuitive interface. Our LAN messaging utility offers strong encryption options for all incoming and outgoing messages, guaranteeing no unauthorized person ever reads personal correspondence.
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Try Open Fire

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Open Fire is an open source LAN chat software, can be integrated with open ldap, web administration, easy to install, different free plug-ins available. I am running this software in my organization with 200+ users
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Post by lambda »

the advantage of apps that use zeroconf is that you don't need a server.
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