Pidgin on MacOSX vs XChat for Linux
A side-by-side look at Pidgin on MacOSX and XChat for Linux. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
Pidgin on MacOSX
Social & Communications
Pidgin is a popular open source chat client that supports multiple chat protocols including IRC, XMPP, Bonjour, and more. The MacOSX version provides a native interface for Mac users. It's lightweight, customizable, and encrypts chats for privacy.
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XChat for Linux
Social & Communications
XChat is an open source IRC chat client for Linux. It has a simple, easy-to-use graphical interface, supports multiple servers and channels, and offers plugins and scripts for customization.
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