Very Simple Network Chat
v2.2 - PM Edition

Minimalist CMD chat for Windows networks
by Manuel Pollhammer (2026)

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🚀 What is VSNC?

VSNC is an ultra-lightweight, serverless chat client running entirely in a single Windows batch file.

🌟 New in v2.2: Private Messaging

• 🔒 Secure PMs: Use /pm username message to send encrypted-view messages.
• 👁️ Privacy Filter: Private messages are visible only to the sender and recipient.
• 🎨 Color Optimization: Enhanced palette for better readability and user distinction.
• 💬 Cleaner UI: Fixed menu flickering and optimized message spacing.

✨ Core Highlights

• Plug & Play: No installation, no dependencies.
• Network-Ready: Share a folder, set the path, and start chatting.
• ANSI Styling: Professional look with persistent user colors.
• Encoded History: Stores messages in Base64 to prevent casual reading.
• Smart Maintenance: Auto-trims history to 15 messages for peak speed.

⏳ Coming Soon

• 🔔 Audio Notifications: System alerts (Ping) for incoming private messages.
• 👥 User List: Command to see all active users in the current chat directory.

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🛠️ Quick Start

1. Download vsnc.bat.
2. Edit the storage path to a shared network folder:

   set "CHAT=\\YourServer\ChatShare"

3. Run the file, press [W] to write, and use /pm for private chats.

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📸 Screenshots

Start Menu

Public Chat Interface

Sending a Private Message via /pm

Recipient View (Privacy Filter active)

Third-Party View (Private Message is hidden)

Base64 Backend Storage and User Color Configuration

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Developed by Manuel Pollhammer | Release 2026