Message for Windows

Name: Message
Rating: 4.2 (5 reviews)
Author: Refracted Solutions

Download now

Used Message for Windows?

Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 26, 2026

Message provides a Windows interface for the DOS 'net send' command, enabling swift network-based instant messaging. Replace brief emails with direct messages for efficient communication.

Top Recommended Alternative

Tcp Port Scanner

Trial version

Pros
- Windows front-end for network messaging
- Utilizes DOS 'net send' command
- Facilitates instant message delivery
- Reduces inbox clutter
Cons
- Requires DOS 'net send' command availability
- Limited to basic text messaging
- No advanced features

Explore More

Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: July 11, 2003

Latest update: February 26, 2026

Version: 2.0.7

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 2000
Windows NT
Windows 10
Windows XP

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 14,512

Downloads Last Week: 4

Report Software

Program available in other languages

Descargar Message

Last Updated

User Reviews

4.2/5

5 User Votes

Works As Intended
jollyrgrDecember 2, 2003
Pros
Cons
Summary
This is one of those programs that you love to find on the Internet. No annoying "skins", no complicated installs, no configuration needed; it just works. The only complaint I have is that the "QUICKLIST" is not alphabetized. You must REGEDIT the list manually to change the order of machines you want to send messages to.
This is not 15MB - its 15KB!!!
November 7, 2003
Pros
Cons
Summary
I, and my work chums have been using this little beauty for a while now - can't beat it as a way to spread the office gossip without being caught. Download it to see the real size - upload.com have just got it wrong!!
Teeny weeny gem and it's free
November 7, 2003
Pros
Cons
Summary
Ther eis a misprint on the site, it's not 15meg, it's 15Kb. This leads me to believe Dan didn't even download it so don't listen to him. It does what it says with no extras, padding or anything.
Obese
September 18, 2003
Pros
Cons
Summary
For a simple shell to the console, an integrated windows component, albeit now an emulated one, nearly 15megs is WAY too big. It's been my experience (no fingers pointed here) that programs this big for this simple a task come with a few unwanted extras
A fantastic liitle app, nice one obj!
July 18, 2003
Pros
Cons
Summary

Developer’s Description

By Refracted Solutions

Send messages across a network.

Message is a Windows front-end to the DOS 'net send' command which is used for sending messages across a network. No longer will your Inbox be full of unwanted 1 word emails such as 'lunch? ' or 'coffee? ' - send them an instant message instead.

Message for Windows

Editors’ Review

Top Recommended Alternative

Tcp Port Scanner

Pros

Cons