End-to-end encrypted video calling, file sharing, and more features make Telegram a popular choice for communication and collaboration.
Telegram is a popular cloud-based instant messaging and voice over IP service launched in 2013 by Pavel Durov and Nikolai Durov. It emphasizes security and speed over other messaging applications. Some key features of Telegram include:
Telegram has clients available for both mobile and desktop platforms including iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Windows NT, macOS and Linux. It stores data in decentralized infrastructure spread across data centers around the globe. This allows Telegram to operate without downtime even when facing issues like blocking or censorship in some countries.
Telegram positions itself as a more secure and feature-rich alternative to services like WhatsApp and Line. It is completely free to use with no advertisements. Monetization will primarily occur through business-focused features and services aimed at large communities in the future.
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