Windows Ident Server

Latest Version: 2.0

Windows Ident Server is a stable and configurable IDENT server for Windows.

The IDENT protocol is used primarily within FTP and IRC networks as an authentication method. Windows Ident Server handles IPv6 connections. Also, Windows Ident Server can be installed as a service.

Includes support for rndware psyBNC Server.

Windows Ident Server is compatible with Windows XP, 2003, Vista, Server 2008. Windows Ident Server is not compatible with Windows 2000 or earlier.

• Download Windows Ident Server 2.0.

If you are upgrading from an older version (1.x) and you are using the NT service, please uninstall the old service using the start menu shortcut before installing version 2.0.

Version history

New in version 2.0:

• Full Vista, Server 2008 support
• Memory leaks fixed
• New variables (current logged on Windows User)
• New service name (WinIdentSvc)
• Documentation updates

Reviews

"I use it on Vista and can confirm that it runs both as an application in your systray (handy!), or as a system service (doubly handy!)"

About the IDENT protocol

If you are using psyBNC with Ident Server, take a look at the installation guide for Windows Ident Server and psyBNC.

A detailed article explaining the uses of the IDENT protocol. (external link)