RetroShare

[IMPORTANT] Retroshare is now distributed on Github. Please go to http://retroshare.net to find the latest releases and sources.

RetroShare is a cross-platform, secured and decentralized communication system. It lets you to securely chat, share photos, videos, and more with family and friends, using OpenPGP to authenticate peers and OpenSSL to encrypt all communication.

Features

Completely decentralized
Instant messaging
Group chat
IRC-like chatlobbies
Email-like Messages
Distributed Forums
Youtube-like channels
Audio call
Video call
GnuPG Authentication / OpenSSL Encryption
Plugins support
Qt4 platform independent GUI

Project Samples

Secure Messages (E-mail) with File Recommendations

Connect Easily and Securely with your Friends

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License

GNU Library or Lesser General Public License version 2.0 (LGPLv2), Other License

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Additional Project Details

Operating Systems

BSD, Linux, Mac, Windows

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Turkish

Intended Audience

Advanced End Users, Developers, End Users/Desktop

User Interface

Programming Language

C, C++

Related Categories

C++ Chat Software, C++ File Sharing Software, C++ Cryptography Software, C Chat Software, C File Sharing Software, C Cryptography Software

Registered

2006-10-02

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