The easiest way to share files with another Mac user over the Internet is to use iChat, the instant messaging software that's built-in to Mac OS X. iChat works through an Internet connection. It knows when people in your Buddy List are online and shows their names in the Buddy List window (shown below). Tip If you don't see your Buddy List, from iChat's Window menu, choose "Buddy List." Or press Command 1. iChat isn't just for pals and fun. Lots of serious business gets done through iChat, both as an instant communication tool and as a way to share files. You can only send one file at a time through iChat, so if you have more than one, put them all into one folder. Better yet, make an archive, as explained on the previous page. To copy a file to someone in your Buddy List:
To change the location where iChat file transfers are automatically saved:
Encrypt iChat Messages and FilesIf both you and your buddy are .Mac members and you use .Mac buddy names, you can make sure your file transfers, video chats, audio chats, and text messages are secure when you use iChat. To turn on encryption:
If both parties enable iChat encryption, all communication is sent securely through the .Mac servers. |