
  X-COM Client - (C) 2002 My PersonalSoftware   -   HELP
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  Official Site: http://www.mypersonalsoftware.com


  Q: What type of encryption use this program?
  A: All the communications from/to server and clients are encrypted using
     the Blowfish algorithm with a symmetric key of 56 bit.

  Q: Why the key is only of 56 bit?
  A: Due to export restrictions of cryptographic software in the USA, X-COM
     can only use a key of 56 bit.

  Q: Can I download the source code of the Blowfish algorithm?
  A: The source code can be found here: http://www.di-mgt.com.au/crypto.html

  Q: How can I access to the program menu/options?
  A: Click on the systray icon with the right mouse button or select an
     online user.
     The options "Send chat request" and "Send file" are active only if you
     click on an online user listed in the main program window.

  Q: In which directory are saved the messages and the chat sessions?
  A: .\UserData\Messages\[nickname].txt
     .\UserData\Chat.txt
  
  Q: Can I disable the save of the messages/chat?
  A: Yes, open che configuration menu and disable the options.
  
  Q: If I receive a message the program will alert me?
  A: The systray icon will blink and the window message title will flash
  
  Q: Why the chat is only "public"? Why I cannot chat privately with another
     user?
  A: If you want to send a private message to another person, use the message
     window!!
  
  Q: Ahhh.. ok.. this program works like other istant messenger software...
     so there is a centralized server?
  A: No! This is a peer to peer software.
  
  
  For other questions send an email to support@mypersonalsoftware.com

