And that was the simplest example program! The sound quality with that packing algorithm was fair enough. 2 programs - the server, and the client.Īfter some tweaks about IP numbers on the LAN it was running already with 2 nodes and 1 server. I got the result this way: The Directx 8.1 SDK package and Visual Studio 6, and compiled together the simplest voice project over internet project.

For a small scale network it works as a replacement for ventrilo and no harm done if it is with just a couple users. The same way could be also to patch the old skype (versions 3.xxx) as to set up the alternative servers?ĪLso, there is possibility to make simple VOIP client remake- retro compatible voice client. I wonder why the M$ ever dropped the support for that program (in favour to screw up skype as a next thing?) -) I wonder why the M$ ever dropped the support for that program (in favour to screw up skype as a jxalex wrote: now this patch is something.

Sure but i don't see a problem if you chat something that you would publish on a forum, or it is public like sending an multiplayer game ip address so your friend can join. You're fairly guaranteed to accumulate sensitive information in discussions with your friends.

Download the messenger installer version in your language.

Warning:This version uses insecure login methods, don't use a password that you use elsewhere.

is the home page, they provide pre-patched installers so you can install it, create an account and enjoy the nostalgia, or you can download the official releases and patch it yourself.Ībout the safety of your conversation, well i can't say for sure but i wouldn't send sensitive information over, but is a cool thing to have in your 98/XP box to talk with your friends. Researching about MSN i came across Escargot MSN Server, just a disclaimer, i have nothing to do with this project, i'm just a person who thought that was a cool idea.

Well i don't know about you, but i have a special nostalgia on MSN Messenger, i used it every single day from the version 6 until the 2012 release.

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