Smoking Linux » Networks http://www.smokinglinux.com Exchange your Linux experience with us Thu, 18 Mar 2010 21:32:39 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Kopete – the Software http://www.smokinglinux.com/online/kopete-%e2%80%93-the-software http://www.smokinglinux.com/online/kopete-%e2%80%93-the-software#comments Thu, 19 Jun 2008 20:53:34 +0000 admin http://www.smokinglinux.com/online/kopete-%e2%80%93-the-software For users who find themselves addicted to AIM, Kopete can be an interesting option especially when working on a different environment such as Linux. With a name that traces itself to the Chilean word – Copete, which refers to an alcoholic drink, Kopete proves itself a worthy alternative as a multi-protocol, free software instant messaging client. It was specifically designed to integrate with the KDE desktop environment although it can run in numerous environments.

Kopete supports all commonly used Instant Messaging protocols while providing templates for developers from which to base their new plug-ins. It also features tools to enhance instant messaging like message encryption, archiving and many others.

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Desktop computers can be set up where they are convenient and not just where there happens to be a wire if the network is wireless-enabled. Laptops computers are free to roam almost anywhere in, or around the network without losing their connection. Essentially, a network is convenient and can save the user a considerable amount of money while providing more options.

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