(Saved on 22.01.2023) Answer:
The term IRC, short for Internet Relay Chat, refers to a chat system that allows people (even strangers) to message each other over the Internet in near real time. IRC users connect to one of numerous networks and then join one or more of the channels. It is mainly used for group discussion in chat rooms called channels although it supports private messages between two users, data transfer, and various server-side and client-side commands, like bot services.
IRC was developed more than 30 years ago, so it looks quite archaic for today demanding standards. Modern chat software, including the likes of Slack and Discord, borrow a lot from the classic channel-based messaging platform. The difference is that IRC, although it doesn't look fancy, it does not belong to any corporation and therefore, cannot be shut down by tech giants like "it happened" with many hyped chat platforms in the past (msn, yahoo, aim, hangouts..). That's because it is an open and independent method of internet communication, a protocol like IMAP mail, and anyone with the proper tech knowledge can host and set up an IRC server, public or private.
It is important to note that each channel is defined by a specific topic and users also have the option to create their very own channel. IRC is used by both individuals and businesses (specially by software developers) because it greatly facilitates text-based communication.
At the beginning of the 21st century, its user numbers were in the millions. Today, there are only a few hundred thousand.
Popular gaming networks still active are QuakeNet and GameSurge. Team FoxTare has a permanently registered community channel on GS, #foxtare.
You can join us and chat following the tutorial guide steps:
Basic IRC guide using NetTalk
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