IRC, by default, isn't just an open protocol but an open network setup anybody can access very easily. Most IRC networks do not demand authentication and/or don't restrict who can create an account to ...

I grew up in the 2000s, so it might be a surprising statement when I say that much of my introduction to the internet, technology, and gaming came from Internet Relay Chat, also known as IRC. As a kid ...

I have spent many a night in the IRC channels of Ars. Most recently last night.<P>I come into my night work shift and connect with mIRC as always, get my channel listing and then double click on ...

For me IRC is, quite litteraly, a myth. I recall, during the late 90's and early 2000's, hearing and reading wonders about IRC communities and channel. Lots of sites I read then had their channel. So ...