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Editors’ Review

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Windows Communicator is a freeware application for LAN-based chat. It utilizes a unique 'flying' server model where one user hosts the connection, eliminating the need for dedicated server software.
  • Pros

    • Freeware application
    • Easy LAN chat functionality
    • No dedicated server required
    • Automatic server discovery and connection
  • Cons

    • Limited to LAN or direct internet connections
    • Relies on one user to host the server

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Full Specifications

GENERAL
Release
Latest update
Version
1.7
OPERATING SYSTEMS
Platform
Windows
Operating System
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows NT
  • Windows 98
  • Windows 95
  • Windows 10
Additional Requirements
Windows 95/98/NT/2000
POPULARITY
Total Downloads
47,690
Downloads Last Week
0

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Developer’s Description

Try this chat client for LANs.
Windows Communicator is a freeware chat client for LANs, based on a 'flying' server.You don't have to connect to any dedicated server; one of your LAN (or Internet) Windows Communicator friends will 'host' the connection. Your client will automatically find and connect to this server.

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