The real thing

If you’re still interested in exploring a bit further, this might be the right time to try real IRC. Nowadays it’s very easy to connect through web clients. For example, one of the most popular servers is Libera.Chat, and you can access it via https://web.libera.chat/. You just need to choose a nickname, a channel (for example, #linux), and you’re ready to go. It’s a good way to get familiar with the IRC environment without installing anything on your computer.

If you want to go a step further, you can install an IRC client on your computer. There are many available for Windows, Linux, and macOS. Some of the most popular ones are HexChat, Textual, and the classic mIRC. These clients let you connect to multiple servers and channels at the same time, and they offer many advanced features such as scripts and notifications.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about how IRC works or how to connect, feel free to write to us at info@quietnet.org