Network Chat TCP Encrypted

A simple network chat application enabling clients to connect and communicate securely over a TCP/IP network. This project implements encryption to ensure that messages exchanged between clients are secure.

Features

• Secure Communication: Messages are encrypted to protect against interception.
• Multi-Client Support: Multiple clients can connect to the server simultaneously.
• User-Friendly Interface: Simple command-line interface for easy interaction.

Installation

1. Clone the Repository:

   git clone https://github.com/riceriley59/Network-Chat-TCP-Encryted-.git

2. Navigate to the Project Directory:

   cd Network-Chat-TCP-Encryted-

3. Compile the Source Code:

   javac *.java

   Ensure you have Java Development Kit (JDK) installed.

Usage

1. Start the Server:

   java Server

   The server will start listening for client connections.

2. Connect a Client:

   java Client

   Follow the on-screen prompts to connect to the server and start chatting.

Encryption Details

This application uses a symmetric encryption algorithm to secure messages. Each client shares a secret key with the server, which is used to encrypt and decrypt messages. Future enhancements may include implementing asymmetric encryption for key exchange.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! To contribute:

1. Fork the Repository.
2. Create a New Branch:

   git checkout -b feature-name

3. Make Your Changes.
4. Commit Your Changes:

   git commit -m "Description of changes"

5. Push to the Branch:

   git push origin feature-name

6. Open a Pull Request.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE file for details.

Contact

For questions or suggestions, please open an issue in this repository.