Squiggle LAN Messenger

Squiggle LAN Messenger is a compact tool built the users who need to use an instant messaging service on their network. The program is designed to facilitate the communication between the computers from the same network.

Instant message applications are frequently used to exchange information or send small files. Although the most popular programs require an Internet connection or a dedicated server, there are several tools available for local networks that are not connected to the Internet.

This LAN messenger allows you to connect with the other computers from your LAN and send instant messages. It does not require a server which makes it suitable for small companies or households which do not have a dedicated server on their network.

When starting the program you need to specify the user name and the group that you want to connect to. The program is able to remember your information and automatically login when the computer starts.

You can customize the status message and add your email address or image in order to customize the profile that can be viewed by the other users. The contacts can be grouped and sorted by name or status in order to easily view who is available on the network.

Moreover, the program supports emoticons and allows you to save the message history in order to review important messages at a later date. Audio alerts and popup messages are included to make sure that you do not miss important messages.

However, getting the application to recognize the other computers from the network is not as easy as expected. The package does not include a configuration wizard or help file which might discourage casual users that are having problems with the configuration.

Squiggle LAN Messenger includes the basic tools for LAN instant messaging but can be hard to install for some users. Before using it we recommend to check the system requirements and read the online documentation.