How to Chat Using Lan

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You may have thought sending messages over LAN was difficult but this makes it really easy. Moreover you don't need any special programs which makes LAN chatting specially useful at school or work places.

Note: this method only applies to Windows XP

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    How can I implement a mini project in networking where the main idea is to chat in LAN and provide security?
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    Take a look at Softros LAN Messenger, it provides encrypted (AES-256) chatting inside the LAN, and does not require an Internet connection or even a server.
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    After installing the messenger application, an icon is displayed on the desktop. You also will find messenger in "uninstall programs" in the control panel.
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      • The messenger service must be activated on both computers before this will work:
        1. Open the control panel.
        2. Click on administrative tools (in classic view)
        3. Click on services
        4. Find messenger service
        5. Open it. You'll see start up type which could be disabled, automatic or manual. If it is disabled, set it to automatic or otherwise leave it as is.
        6. Press the start button and apply
        7. Follow the method on the other computer
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