WhatsApp along with Viber is one of the most popular instant messengers
CONTENT
- 1 Why the need for WhatsApp
- 2 Advantages and disadvantages of the program
- 3 What you need to consider before installing an application
- 4 installation options
Why the need for WhatsApp
Initially, the program, which has an interesting name, has been designed for the iOS platform. WhatsApp term in tune with the famous phrase "How are you?", Which is used instead of a greeting in English-speaking countries, and App prefix refers to the orientation of the mobile app.
The purpose of the program is to provide opportunities to communicate through the Internet on a smartphone, laptop or desktop computer. Thus, when using a mobile device user does not have to spend money SIM card, because of the correspondence used exclusively Internet traffic.
Through the application you can chat in text mode, voice or video chat
Popularity messenger led to the fact that they were very quick to create a version for all current platforms (Windows, Android), as well as a program that can be used directly through the Web-based interface without installation.
With the help of this messenger, as a typical representative of this class of applications that can exchange text messages, transfer multimedia files (photos, videos, documents and music tracks) to conduct video calls or create voice chats.
There is also a number of distinguishing features include the presence of emoticons that can make the conversation more emotional and the ability to insert a GIF-animation for a similar purpose.
Presence through encryption system allows you to make all the correspondence most secure
The developers have paid great attention to the privacy of users. The messenger is applied through an encryption system, which involves encoding messages to the output from the device (phone, tablet, or computer) the sender and decryption of his host party. Attempts to intercept communications useless, because all communication is conducted in an encrypted form and requires significant computing power for the selection of the code, because even the developers do not have all the keys and coding combinations.
After installing the automatic selection of the contacts is their phone book who also use WhatsApp
Advantages and disadvantages of the program
Unable to create the perfect app that takes into account all the needs of users and would have no disadvantages. Another issue is that developers will continuously upgrade, taking into account the wishes, trying to bring their programs to the ideal in order to win a greater number of subscribers.
Telegrams, another popular messenger enables sending a larger volume of files at once
app WhatsApp also it has its strengths, which attract millions of users, and outright cons in most cases are not critical, and related small spoon of tar in a barrel honey. Ins program the following points may be considered:
- After installing the program and its first launch is synchronized address book in your phone.
- The app has a compact design that does not distract from the main goal of a messenger.
- No advertising and free distribution of software.
- Flexible configuration, in particular, you can set the display mode and read the message on the subscriber residence time alerts on the network last.
- Savings when making video calls or voice chat.
Despite some negative moments, the app is easy to use
Negative aspects of using this application are:
- Ability to communicate only with those subscribers who have already installed Vatsap.
- To set the phone requires it to Android version 2.1 or later, or need to install an emulator.
- Limiting the size of uploaded files, which is only 100 MB. Unlike WhatsApp, Telegram provides the ability to send one message, up to 2 GB.
- Inflated smartphone energy consumption.
What you need to consider before installing an application
Many users are already actively using the mobile version of the application is willing to acquire a desktop version that will never be alone. Before starting the installation should take into account several important points:
- To be able to use the desktop version of one must have an application on your mobile phone. A special use of the program only on the PC until it is impossible;
Before you install the desktop version of a mobile application you want to upgrade to the latest stable build
- , install the update mobile software to the latest version;
- during the installation process you need to open the program on a smartphone;
- installation on the PC is possible only to a limited list of operating systems, including Windows 8, 10, Mac OS. Younger version of Microsoft's OS is not supported;
- it is recommended to download the app only from the official website of the developer for use product;
- you need to have constant access to the Internet.
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It is desirable that the phone was connected via Wi-Fi, to save bandwidth.
On the official website, the user can choose to install the required version
installation options
The popularity of this application has led to the fact that developers have submitted a version for all existing mobile or desktop platforms to make use of the maximum messenger convenient. Installation on a desktop or laptop computer allows you to synchronize your own communication, always be in touch.
Official site of application will be the first in the search bar
Installing the official version
Online you can find various sites offering the installation files, but the developers themselves and experts in Computer Security Council to carry out the installation of the application only with the official resource. This will serve as a guarantor of security, and will provide support from the company developing the program in the event of errors or irregularities in normal operation.
Operating system Windows 8.1 or later
When the decision to install Messenger on a PC there is a limit: the program works only in the presence of the Windows operating system is not lower than version 8.
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This is due to the feature of the program code, as well as the gradual withdrawal of its archival Microsoft products from use and cessation support.
The installation process is quite simple and does not require much time. It is important that at the same time on your smartphone or tablet user has installed the latest current version of the application:
- The first step is to visit the official website of WhatsApp. Active link appears when you type in a search engine to inquire.
- Next will be prompted to select a version of the application, depending on your operating system or platform.
- The next step is to download the installation file supplied in .exe format.
- Upon completion it will be automatically prompted to start the installation.
- At the same time you need to open Vatsap on a mobile device and scan the QR-code which appeared from the computer monitor to carry out authentication.
It requires mobile version of the launch to activate the desktop application on your smartphone or on your phone
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To activate the scanner, a mobile version of the application go to settings and select «Web / Comp."
Mac OS X10.9 or later
Setting the version of the application for a desktop computer that is running the operating system from Apple, it does not differ from the similar actions of the user software from Microsoft.
The first step is to visit the official website to download the installation files corresponding to its operating system to carry out the installation, activate the software on the mobile device and scan the QR-code authorization.
As well as during installation for Windows, on Mac OS X installation application requires scanning a QR-code
Web version of the messenger
The easiest way to use Vatsap on the computer - it is of Web-based version, which is not required to install, as it functions in the browser.
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To gain access to all functions of the application is important that the browser has been updated to the latest version.
Using the web-based version allows you to enjoy all the features of the program without it installed on your PC
simple manipulation should be performed to get started with web-based version of the messenger:
- visit the official page of the application;
- choose a web version of the messenger;
- Vatsap open program on the mobile device;
- go to settings and select WhatsApp Web;
- to scan a QR-code.
Using the online version of the program will only be possible if there is a network connected to your smartphone and your computer, otherwise the browser simply did not open.
BlueStack, which can be downloaded from the official site, is the best emulator of the Android system for your computer
The use of the emulator to install
There is another way to get a working version of WhatsApp, which will not differ from their mobile counterpart. This use of the emulator (program recreates a certain impact on the computer), allowing to install messenger version for Android on a PC. To achieve the desired result, follow these steps:
- download the most reliable emulator BlueStacks, which is the official partner of Google. This can be done on the official website;
- install the program on your computer.
After completing all the manipulations the user is able to run on any computer program for the Android system, which will work on the entire screen on your phone.
As to send an SMS to a computer it is impossible to obtain a verification code is required select "Call me", indicating a valid phone number
Now you can install WhatsApp application on your PC using the desktop emulator. To achieve this, you must do the following:
- on the official page of the application download Android version with the extension .apk;
- the next step is to install the downloaded file, which will automatically install the emulator;
- The user is prompted to accept the agreement and rules for application use;
- the next step is to choose the country and enter the phone number, which is required for the registration application;
- during installation it is possible to send a verification code via SMS, but as the application is installed on the PC, then this step will need to select "Call me";
- a specified number of previously followed a call in which the user will be communicated to the verification code. It should be entered in the appropriate field;
- the last step is to fill out a user profile and add contacts.
The only drawback is the limited emulator free version
Using instant messengers become commonplace in today's world of mobile devices, and high technology. One of the most popular is WhatsApp, which can be installed not only on a smartphone or tablet, but also an ordinary desktop computer for the possibility of communication. Once again, see the process of the installation showing all of the fine points can be presented.