Can HTML5 Websockets connect 2 clients (browsers) directly without using a server? (P2P)

Question

Using HTML5 Websockets, can I open a socket directly between 2 clients (browsers) (assuming I know their IP addresses and there are no NAT traversal issues). I want to send

Answer 1

From past to future: Pick your implementation.

• Most modern browsers support peer to proxy to peer using Websockets.
• Peer to peer is only available using certain browsers plug-ins for example Opera Unite and FireFox Pow.
• Major browsers are in the process of implementing WebRTC which will allow peer to peer.