Security comparison of IM

Security comparison of IM

I. QQ, MSN, Gtalk, Skype, which is the safest and which is the least secure?

A: QQ is the least reliable reason. If you have confidential information, do not pass it through QQ.

MSN communication is not encrypted in plain text, which is not very reliable. However, it seems that a plug-in can provide encryption, but both parties are required to install it.

Skype is a little complicated. Simply put, you should not use the Simplified Chinese version of Skype downloaded from skype.tom.com. Instead

Download the official Skype client in English. )

Gtalk is actually better. Google's own client provides the encryption function, but there are not many users, and there is no

There are official clients. It should be noted that, as far as we know, only the Gtalk client in English version confirms that encryption is available. In addition

By default, Gtalk is encrypted over HTTPS through the Gmail web interface.

7. If I must use an IM software to send my password to my girlfriend, boyfriend, or parents, which one should I choose? Prevention Measures

Measures?

A: Gtalk, or adium + OTR. In fact, I usually want to send such important things to allow the other party to connect to Gmail using encryption.

. The password can also be recognized by machines by using a whisper or image. If it is really important and important, you can also consider using

Multiple channels are sent separately. For example, you can save the password as a text file and re-encrypt it (select a strong random password), and then use MSN

Transmit the encrypted file and notify the other party of the decrypted password through Gtalk, Gmail, or even phone calls. This method can be

Used for repeated stacked times

Conclusion:

1. Do not use QQ or the Chinese version of Skype in any situation.

2. Do not use MSN when talking about confidential topics, even if MSN shell is added.

3. Use Gtalk as much as possible. Remember to use the English version.

4. Enable OTR encryption when using adium or pidgin to talk about confidential topics.

5. If you want to select either the email or the instant messaging service during password-related, please select an email: The current mainstream Instant Messaging Software (QQ and

MSN) is not secure, in contrast, at least force https-encrypted Gmail is quite reliable.

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