With the help of this alternative Jabber client you can exchange text messages and various types of files using the encrypted XMPP connection protocol.
Gajim
Gajim is a Windows program for communicating with other Jabber users over the network. It is possible to register a new account on a variety of servers all around the world. There are instruments for muting the sounds and toggling the online status.
What is Jabber
This communication technology allows you to exchange text messages and files over the secure XMPP protocol. It is necessary to create an account on the same server as the recipient to establish a fast connection. Several popular third party Jabber clients like this app and Trillian are available for download.
Chat
Users can find other people by nickname and add them to the contact list. It is possible to send and receive text messages as well as transfer files over the network.
An emoji collection and flexible text formatting options are included. Moreover, the program contains a spell checking module for detecting and fixing grammatical errors.
Configuration
There are advanced network parameters. You can reroute all traffic through a custom proxy server to further increase the security. Additionally, an option to disable system notifications about new messages is provided.
Features
- free to download and use;
- offers you instruments for communicating with other people via the Jabber protocol;
- it is possible to customize the visual appearance of the text in messages;
- images, video clips, songs and other types of files can be exchanged over the network;
- compatible with modern versions of Windows.