If you're interested in taking advantage of encryption when chatting over the Internet, the BitWise Chat may be something which would peak your interest. With the growing awareness of government spy programs, BitWise Chat has an renewed user base.
The program is a messaging client which requires no installation and also encodes chat messages and file transfers. It uses the Blowfish encryption algorithm with keys generated for each connection.
The program is designed to work with little interaction between a central server and it includes many of the popular features of more well-known messaging applications like Yahoo! Messenger, just without the issue of privacy.
In addition to sending online messages, you can also use BitWise Chat to send offline messages which may be retrieved once the other party has logged in again.
Features of BitWise IM
- An instant messenger with many advanced features.
- Available for Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.
- Committed to privacy with no ads or spyware.
- Direct connect, sending messages, etc. without a server.
- Encrypted using proven, industry-standard methods.
- Its own network that does not rely on another system.
Compatibility and License
BitWise IM is provided under a freeware license on Windows from instant messaging software with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 1.7.3 is the latest version last time we checked.
What version of Windows can BitWise IM run on?
BitWise IM can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. It runs on both 32-bit and 64-bit systems with no dedicated 64-bit download provided.
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