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Microsoft Comic Chat open-sourced, modernized with E2E encryption

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Microsoft has open-sourced its classic Microsoft Comic Chat application, originally released during the Windows 95 era. The modernized version retains the classic feel while offering end-to-end encrypted chats for up to nine participants. Developer Chris Pirillo has taken the lead in this effort, seeking feedback on the updated application. AI

IMPACT Minimal direct impact on AI operations; primarily a nostalgic release of a retro chat application.

RANK_REASON Open-sourcing of a legacy application with modernization efforts.

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Microsoft Comic Chat open-sourced, modernized with E2E encryption

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · ChrisPirillo ·

    Were you alive when Windows 95 was new? Remember Microsoft Comic Chat? I loved it. They open sourced it on July 16th! Thanks, @ shanselman and crew! I *had* to

    Were you alive when Windows 95 was new? Remember Microsoft Comic Chat? I loved it. They open sourced it on July 16th! Thanks, @ shanselman and crew! I *had* to modernize the app and keep the classic feel. No IRC, but E2E encrypted chats with up to 9 others (invite more to view yo…

    LINKS arcade.pirillo.com/comic-chatter.html

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