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IRC Documentation · Beginner

IRC Networks, Servers, and IRCd Software: Distinguishing Them

An IRC network is a discussion space organized by a team. A server is a connection point to that space. An IRCd is the software that runs a server. Choosing a software therefore does not indicate which network to connect to.

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Three concepts, three decisions. #

ConceptsExample question.To verify.
IRC NetworkWhich Community to Discuss With?Rules, Languages, Channels, Account Policy
Connection ServerWhat Host and Port to Use?Official Address, TLS, Transport Availability
IRCd SoftwareWhich Software to Administer?A single hostname can point to multiple machines. A network can use multiple servers and separate services. Conversely, some software integrates accounts or history: do not deduce a network topology from a commercial name.

What the Listings Verify

The listings indicate documented information and the date the sources were consulted. A documentary verification is not continuous availability monitoring. A missing field means we do not publish sufficiently verified information, not that the function is necessarily absent. #

The listings indicate documented information and the date the sources were consulted. A documentary verification is not continuous availability monitoring. A missing field means we do not publish sufficiently verified information, not that the function is necessarily absent.

This initial selection is deliberately limited. It does not rank networks by popularity and does not claim to measure their activity. Parameters subject to change are associated with their source.

Before entering credentials #

  • Open the network's official website to confirm the address.
  • Use the indicated TLS port and do not disable certificate verification.
  • Verify if registration, SASL, or a particular mechanism is required.
  • Do not reuse a Dialova key to connect to another network.

Sources & Verification

Examples use pseudonyms and fictional domains, except for explicitly documented connection points. Network-specific extensions and settings are noted in the text.