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What is the difference between “Direct connection” and “VPN connection”?

2022-02-242020-04-06 by admin

To exchange files with your contacts, GigaTribe uses either Direct connection or VPN connection.

You may select your connection mode in the Options menu, under the network tab:


Select the Network tab, then check/uncheck the checkbox “Always check that the … Plus

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How to select Direct connection mode

2022-02-242021-06-28 by stephane

From the connection window, click on the burger icon in the top right corner (black lines stacked x3) and select “Options”.

Then click on the “Network” tab and check « Always check that the port is opened ».

– If … Plus

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How can I use GigaTribe in direct connection mode?

2022-02-242020-04-06 by admin

GigaTribe will run in direct connection mode only if your computer can receive incoming TCP connections from the Internet.
Incoming connections can be blocked at the following levels:

  • Router
    You must modify your router settings so that your router accepts
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How can I use Direct connection on two PCs in my local network?

2022-02-242020-04-06 by admin

To use GigaTribe in direct connection mode with two computers of the same local network, you must create two separate users.
Each computers has its own local IP address and will use a distinct TCP port.

Example :
PC1: local … Plus

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I was able to Direct connect before, but now I can’t.

2022-02-242020-04-06 by admin

If you can’t connect after a GigaTribe update.

GigaTribe has been blocked by a firewall or a router that authorized the previous version.
You may briefly disable your firewall or your router to identify which one is responsible and then … Plus

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