![]() |
Sending messages directly to another person's computer |
With an instant message or group chat, all communication passes through a central messaging server on the Internet. As with all Internet communications, there is a slight possibility that these messages could be intercepted. |
To send a direct instant message: Select a person in your Buddy List, then choose Buddies > Send Direct Message. If firewalls or other network settings prevent your computers from communicating directly, you cannot use the Direct Message option. |
When you chat using the Rendezvous service, you are also communicating directly with the other user's computer. But to use Rendezvous, both computers must be on the same local network. |