How to Chat Using Lan

Last Updated: January 22, 2023

You may have thought sending messages over LAN was difficult but this makes it really easy. Moreover you don't need any special programs which makes LAN chatting specially useful at school or work places.

Note: this method only applies to Windows XP

Steps

1
Open Notepad and type the following:@ echo off:AClsecho Messengerset /p n=User:set /p m=Message:net send %n %mPauseGoto A
2
Save the file as "messenger.bat", making sure to save the file as "All files" and click on "Save."

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3
Run the program by double clicking the file.
4
A black window will appear where you will be shown: User:Message:
5
Input the IP address of the computer you want to send your message to in the User field.
6
Input your message in the Message field.

Community Q&A

Question

How can I implement a mini project in networking where the main idea is to chat in LAN and provide security?

Community Answer

Take a look at Softros LAN Messenger, it provides encrypted (AES-256) chatting inside the LAN, and does not require an Internet connection or even a server.
Question

Where can I find the messenger in the control panel?

Community Answer

After installing the messenger application, an icon is displayed on the desktop. You also will find messenger in "uninstall programs" in the control panel.