instructions.txt

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# Terminal Chat - Quick Reference
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#
# LAUNCH:
#   ./bin/terminal-chat.py
#
# Or directly with Python:
#   python3 src/main.py listen <port> <password> [username]
#   python3 src/main.py connect <ip> <port> <password> [username]
#
# COMMANDS IN CHAT:
#   /upload <file>         → Upload to shared folder (public)
#   /upload <file> @user   → Upload privately for specific user
#   /download <file>       → Download from shared or inbox
#   /list                  → List shared folder contents
#   /inbox                 → List inbox contents
#   /outbox                → List outbox contents
#   /help                  → Show available commands
#   /quit                  → Exit chat
#   Ctrl+C                 → Exit chat
#
# FEATURES:
# • Multi-client chat with AES-256 encryption
# • Unique usernames (no duplicates)
# • Public shared folder for all users
# • Private file sharing via inbox/outbox
# • Permission-based file access control
# • Server can receive private files (@Admin)
#
# For detailed instructions, see: docs/USER_MANUAL.txt
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