Chat Server

a Java based chat server/client program

How to run

1. Use javac ChatServer.java Server.java ClientThread.java to compile the Server and its components.

2. Use javac ChatClientGui.java Gui.java to compile the Client

3. Run Server first by using java ChatServer

4. Run Clients by using java ChatClientGui <server-ip> where <server-ip> is the IP Address of the Server

How to use

After running both server and client, and having connected to the server, you first enter your username in the textbox centered at the bottom. This can be any username you wish, so as it is only ascii characters. Close the server by using Ctrl + C.

Once you have selected your username, there are a few commands listed that are available:

JOIN

This is what you just did, joining a chat server.

LEAVE

To leave a chat server, select the options tab in the top left, then click disconnect.

TALK

To talk in a chat server, type what you wish to talk and send your message using the enter key.

LIST

To list the currently connected users, type /all and the connected users will be listed.

DIRECT

To directly message a specific user, use /w <username> <message> to send a message to that user.

Things to note:

All communications are logged; this includes direct messages too. Hate speech and non-LeTourneau appropriate messages are not tolerated. If needed, your username, IP Address, and messages will be reviewed by administration; subsequent action will be taken.

Please report any bugs, crashes, or other unexpected behavior to an admin. Issues presented will be addressed and fixed in a timely manner.

Have fun! This is a welcoming environment; all people from every walk of life are invited with open arms!