NetChat 2.65 was available to download from the developer's website when we last checked. We cannot confirm if there is a free download of this software available. The actual developer of the software is Barefoot Productions, Inc.
The program lies within Communication Tools, more precisely Instant messaging. According to the results of the Google Safe Browsing check, the developer's site is safe. Despite this, we recommend checking the downloaded files with any free antivirus software.
From the developer:
NetChat is a peer-to-peer local network messaging and communications system for Windows which does not require a server to be running for use.
NetChat will allow you to chat in real-time with other users on a private and secure local network connection.
You may want to check out more software, such as DigiDelivery, Gamers.IRC or ResiGo, which might be related to NetChat.