BriarOffline-first messaging with no central server
- Pros:
- Operates over direct device-to-device connections
- Ensures privacy even in absence of internet
- Innovative offline-first design
- Cons:
- Limited feature set compared to cloud-based services
- Not scalable for large user groups
- User interface can be minimalistic
- Unique proposition: Guarantees resilience and data privacy with an offline-first approach.
- Note on Briar for Skype users: A radical alternative for those favoring decentralized communication.