Digital Bits Technology Column QnA

Question:

how do I obtain instant messaging without using the internet?

Answer:

Are you asking about sending instant messages on a personal or home network? One with no connection to the Internet?

Response:

Yes, No internet connection, rather through personnal office network.

Answer:

Okay. So you want to send instant messages through a home or office network, and that network is not connected to the Internet.

There are a few options:

RealPopup - RealPopup is an instant messenger for LAN environments. No Internet access is needed - just use RealPopup to send and receive chat messages on your office or home network.

InterChat - Similar to RealPopup, InterChat also provides a few more features, including the ability for skinning (better visual customization).

Both instant messaging tools are freeware.

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