Program information
- Softonic rating:
- License:
- Free
- Added:
- May 29, 2007
- Updated:
- April 7, 2010
- Publisher:
- LogMeIn, Inc. | More programs (2)
- File size:
- 3.1 MB
- Downloads:
- 2,671,415
“Create a safe private network between two computers”
The P2P protocol is frequently used to exchange files and other data between users, but some people regard it as quite an insecure method. If you are too are worried about security when it comes to online transfers, use Hamachi instead.
Hamachi is a handy tool lets you connect two computers via the internet by creating your own virtual private network (VPN) and protecting it with industry-standard encryption algorithms. This means that your communications will be safe from prying eyes at all times, creating a private channel between both computers. Of course, Hamachi can also be used in local area networks (LAN) for extra safety.
Hamachi features a simple interface that enables you to create personal safe networks in just a couple of steps. At first sight, it all looks very easy to use. Plus your connection is conveniently protected by an AES-256 algorithm.
Complications arise later on when trying to share files between computers: you'll have to do it through network sharing on Windows because it's not a feature Hamachi itself supports. In the end, I have to admit we were unable to share files over Hamachi during our tests – you know how stubborn Windows folder sharing configuration can get. Oh well, at least we could have a chat – a very safe one, of course.
Hamachi is a great solution to establish safe, private P2P connections between two computers; unfortunately it's not as easy to use as it seems at first sight.
Languages:
English, Spanish, German, French
OS requirements for Hamachi:
- OS: Win2000/XP/Vista/7
Minimum requirements:
- Free registration: Publisher's website
Pros
- Simple interface
- Start using it in two seconds
- Well documented
Cons
- Sharing files is not that easy
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Previous versions of Hamachi
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EnglishFree
Posts about Hamachi in our blog
- LogMeIn Hamachi: file sharing by Niamh Lynch
- LogMeIn Hamachi: set-up and chat by Niamh Lynch
- Tunngle - now available in English! by Niamh Lynch
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about Hamachi - 22 Sep 2009Hamachi s perfect for creating a LAN with your friends and play games on LAN. Download recommended!... read more
Good when it works..
Hamachi is a great program..when you can get it to connect. I personally like the ability to connect directly and opencanvas network with other people. When it works. 8 times out of 10 it actuall... read more
track files
hi , using hamachi, i wanted to badly know how can i track files which get transferred through hamachi ???... read more
Amazing
Works perfectly fine, football manager 08+09 runs smoothly with this software aswell :) Whatever these noobs have said about it not working are just stupid =D Create a free user, create / join a ... read more
Barholia (1 User reviews)
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about Hamachi - 08 Apr 2010It is great,i have no words for it,its give a good image in my office.The program is best.We can share my files very easily in different place.... read more
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