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Social & Communication (238 programs)

  1. PROS: Passwords can be remembered. Multiple accounts can be opened simultaneously. Support for touch bars is offered. Numerous GIF images can be accessed when messaging friends.
    CONS: Little technical support is offered. Some websites may not be able to be opened. Potential glitches when activating chat widgets. Older operating systems are not supported.
  2. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: It is free fully open source. It has spellcheck SASL proxies and DCC support.
    CONS: The starting GUI is pretty ugly. Chat rooms are not very popular or populated these days.
  3. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Simple to use. Integration with Windows Live Mail. Lots of emoticons.
    CONS: No webcam support. Sending files is slow. Superseded by a newer version.
  4. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Lots of people online. Lots of different rooms available. Good for those using sign language.
    CONS: Very confusing and overwhelming at first. Interface looks a bit cheap.
  5. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Free to use. Allows up to 10 different connections. Easy to switch from presenter to host. Fairly fast sharing.
    CONS: Doesn't record. Not clear how to carry out audio conference calls.
  6. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Supports high spec audio protocols. Slick interface.
    CONS: Only works in connection with a VoIP app.
  7. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Free download. Translation feature.
    CONS: Low Western user base. Some technical concerns.
  8. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Better integration with iOS. Unlimited Messages to iOS devices. Integrated with Facetime. Supports AIM, Google Talk and Jabber.
    CONS: Removes iChat completely. Mainly benefits those with iOS devices.
  9. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  10. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: No need to use internet.
  11. License
    Free Download
    Language
    Chinese
    Platform
    mac
  12. PROS: Supports 20 different messaging services, covering historical and popular options. Privacy mode with TouchID support provides added security. Advanced media support enables media sharing and video chat in addition to text. Supports notification alerts and enables replying from within notifications.
    CONS: Does not support enterprise versions of some messengers such as HipChat. Some apps require re-logging in when going between app and One Chat Lite. Only 2 messenger services enabled in free version. Missing support for many messaging apps depending on your preferences.
  13. License
    Paid Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
  14. License
    Trial version Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: High-quality audio and high-definition video. Numerous features to facilitate productive meetings.
    CONS: Most features require a paid subscription. Basic Plan is very limited and impractical for most users.
  15. PROS: Great for multiple accounts. Fantastic on desktops and tablets. Very ad-light. Relatively fast.
    CONS: Handles external links badly. Poorer on smaller screens. Hard to sort columns. Less image space than standard.
  16. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Very lightweight and easy to use. Integrates with Address Book.
    CONS: Obtaining SIP and Registry Server info may be tricky.
  17. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Unlimited users. Easy to create and join calls. No account needed. Encrypted calls.
    CONS: Some connectivity issue. Delay audio.
  18. PROS: Emoji compatibility. Great for file transfers. Easy to use. Fairly fast.
    CONS: Locks up with unexpected input. Sign-in issues. Not feature-complete. Very poor tech support.
  19. PROS: Keyboard shortcut for quick access. Visual and oral notifications. Ability to chat. No ads.
    CONS: Basically the mobile Facebook site.
  20. License
    Free Download
    Language
    English
    Platform
    mac
    PROS: Works with most chat protocols. VoIP function. Easy to setup and use. Uses minimal resources.
    CONS: Doesn't support all protocols.

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