Communications > Chat & Instant Messaging

Description: MSN is a free open source MSN Messenger clone, with features such as:Display picturesCustom emoticonsMulti-language support (around 40 languages currently supported)Webcam supportSign in to more than one account at onceFull-speed File transfersGroup supportNormal, and animated emoticons with soundsChat logsTimestampingEvent alarmsConferencing supportTabbed chat windowsWhat's new in this version:0.97 is our best and most stable release to date. It includes numerous feature enhancements, such as a new contact list, offline messaging, voice clips, and a brand new default skin. We're sorry to announce that MSN Spaces support is not included with this release, due to a late protocol change by M$, that means our (reverse) implementation is now broken.

Keywords: animated contact source free file skin best 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 11878 kb; Updated: 2007-12-28

Description: AcidJazz is a script for ircle 3.1 that makes your irc life just a bit easier. This script has been thoroughly tested and works under both MacOS 9 and MacOS X. It includes features such as:Nick RegainIgnore/Redirect +vNick Completion (:,*, and tab)Away/URL LoggerXDCC OfferingNick ColorizerText HighlitingSplit DetectionMessage WindowsCustom CTCP RepliesAuto Whois On QueryGoogle SearchWindow ManagementiTunes, Audion, and PandoraMan control scriptsWhat's new in this version:Fixes a bug with 10.5 Leopard.

Keywords: control script 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 487 kb; Updated: 2007-12-22

Description: Wired is an open, modern and free version of the BBS-style client/server system, providing chat, messaging and file transfers. Wired Client is a native Mac OS X client written using Apple's Cocoa. It features full support and compatibility with the Wired protocol and the Wired server, with an interface that is as ingenious as it is easy to use.What's new in this version:Mac OS X 10.5 supportAdd Growl supportAdd option for auto-reconnecting after being disconnected from a serverFix a problem with chat window being hidden after connectFix a problem with transfer queueing when adding multiple transfers at the same timeDon't scroll chat to bottom after changing preferencesDon't close the chat window when disconnectingAutomatically resume transfer when reconnecting after being disconnectedAdd a reconnect toolbar itemAdd option to prevent multiple connections to the same host, and just showing that connection's windows insteadAdd function to overwrite existing file when starting a transferShow ETA and path for ...

Keywords: connection windows toolbar system server window client free 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 2048 kb; Updated: 2007-12-11

Description: Wired is an open, modern and free version of the BBS-style client/server system, providing chat, messaging and file transfers. Wired Server is a Mac OS X version of the UNIX server, with an easy-to-use System Preferences panel.What's new in this version:Mac OS X 10.5 supportFix a problem with displaying the log file in the preference pane the very first time the server is launchedFix a problem with posting longer news postsFix many problems with the transfer queue system that resulted in erroneous "Queue Limit Exceeded" errorsFix some localization bugs

Keywords: system server client free time news file easy 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 708 kb; Updated: 2007-12-10

Description: IRC - Internet Relay Chat. With Snak you can chat with people from all over the world in IRC meeting rooms on the Internet. Millions of people use IRC and there are thousands of meeting rooms with varied subjects like computers, sports, politics or current affairs. IRC can also be used for private conversations with family or friends, and for language practice as it is used all over the world.What's new in this version:fixes problems on 10.5, improves DCC handling of large files and more.

Keywords: internet files 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 4096 kb; Updated: 2007-11-16

Description: PowerBoost is an add-on for iChat AV that makes multi-party conferences possible from any Mac. It also enables Photo Booth effects on all Macs running Leoapard's iChat 4. (Sorry, no back-drop effects.)Have you ever wondered if your iBook, PowerBook, iMac G4, eMac or G4 tower has what it takes to host or participate in a multi-person conference? Harness and focus the power of your G4 processor to bring your family and friends together. Invite up to 10 iChat users to an audio conference. Host a 3-way or 4-way video chat.Additionally, PowerBoost lets Power PC and Intel Core Solo owners take advantage of the Photo Booth effects offered by Leopard's iChat 4. (Mac OS X 10.5 required.) Why should Intel Core Duo owners have all the fun? (Sorry, but "back-drop effects" will still be unavailable.)What's new in this version:Enables Photo Booth effects on all Macs in Leopard's iChat 4.

Keywords: effects photo video audio 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 167 kb; Updated: 2007-11-14

Description: A Java Based MSN client. With Mercury you can do the same things as with your normal messenger. But Mercury has some extra functions that your normal messenger doesn't have, for example:Be online with several MSN adresses at the same time.Login with your status on 'Invisible' or any other status you want.Have a different MSN name in every conversation.Use and create your own plugins.See when someone starts a conversation with you (before he says something).See when someone closes the chat conversation window.See who added you into a conversation with multiple people.See when someone deletes you from their contactlist.See the difference between MSN, Mercury users and webcam capable MSN users.Many more features.

Keywords: online window create client java time into 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 10957 kb; Updated: 2007-10-29

Description: You don't let your children read just anything, do you? Well, without ContentBarrier X4, they can see whatever they want on the Internet, unless you're there to watch over their shoulders. With ContentBarrier X4, the Internet is a safer place for your children.ContentBarrier X4 sets up a protective wall around your computer. Its predefined categories let you choose what you don't want your children to see, and you can also create your own custom categories.ContentBarrier X4 blocks adult web sites, sites with subjects not fit for children, and even blocks chats when predatory language is used. It blocks all offensive content coming from the Internet.ContentBarrier X4 works with multiple users, and interfaces seamlessly with the Mac OS X user accounts on your computer. If you have several children, you can set different criteria corresponding to their age or maturity. You can choose whether they have access to newsgroups, e-mail, or whether they can download files. You can set the program to let them only u...

Keywords: computer internet download children access e-mail create files 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.5; File size: 29798 kb; Updated: 2007-10-25

Description: Chat with other people in a visual 2d environment.Create custom avatars to represent yourself and share them with others.Use your webcam to make avatars.Speech balloons will present what you type.Turn speech on to let mac os speak what people say.Draw in rooms for other users to see.Transfer files to and from your PalaceChat friends.PalaceChat gives anyone a chance to just be creative!

Keywords: create files 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.2; File size: 2355 kb; Updated: 2007-05-30

Description: The next generation of 2-D virtual chat. Try the software absolutely for free, visit all the Manor virtual chat communities, make your own props, make new friends.Use Manor's RSAC-based tools to keep kids away from inappropriate content.To protect children from inappropriate content in distinct Manor communities, The Manor chat software uses ICRA's RSAC standard, perhaps the most widely used of the existing Internet rating standards.Explore new effects through scripting with Python, a powerful open-source programming language.If you want to explore new effects and get "hands-on" with your avatars or your Manor chat software, scripting is available using Python, an extremely powerful open-source programming language.With Security Features and Integration TechnologiesIn addition to Python scripting, The Manor software incorporates PHP and HTTP linking capabilities that allow integration with other information sources. The software also has many security features, including a 128-bit encrypted data stream, u...

Keywords: information security internet children effects protect virtual source 

Requirements: Mac OS X 10.2; File size: 2560 kb; Updated: 2007-04-17