A LAN-Based Instant Messaging System with Some Security Aspects
Instant messaging is a form of online, real time form of communication between two or more people based on typed text. IM system has grown rapidly among network users. But most of existing instant messaging systems have severe security problems, people want to retain their privacy and communication should not copy or modified by a third party.This thesis presents the design and implementation of a secure instant messaging system. It achieved security objectives such as data integrity and confidentiality through encryption.