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+<!--
+title: IRC
+description: Introduction to our IRC network
+author: ahriman
+-->
+
+# IRC
+
+To connect to the [tildeverse IRC network](https://tilde.chat) and begin
+chatting while logged on to tilde.institute, simply use the command
+`chat`! If you prefer to use a different IRC client than the default,
+such as `irssi`, the following server information will apply:
+
+* institute.tilde.chat
+* Port 6697
+* TLS / SSL
+
+Don't forget to `/join #institute` and `/join #meta`
+
+## Channels
+
+There are quite a few channels on tilde.chat, however some have more
+activity than others. Here's a few channels that you may be interested in.
+
+* `#meta` - the general chat channel for all of the [tildeverse](https://tildeverse.org)
+* `#institute`- for tilde.institute-related discussion
+* `#tilderadio` - the channel for the [tildeverse radio station](https://tilderadio.org)
+* `#cosmic` - discussions pertaining to [cosmic voyage](https://cosmic.voyage), a
+`tilde` focusing on collaborative science fiction writing
+* `#tildetel` - the channel for [tilde.tel](https://tilde.tel), the neighborhood SIP server
+* `#security` - computer, software, and network security discussions
+* `#uucp` - the [dataforge](https://uucp.dataforge.tk) UUCP-over-SSH project
+* `#hamradio` - the channel for hams!
+* `#cervezafria` - A place for our Spanish-speaking friends to relax
+
+You can check the currently available channels any time by issuing `/list`
+in your IRC client.
+
+## Connecting Externally
+
+Want to hang out on the tildeverse when you aren't connected to
+tilde.institute? No problem! Just use these settings in your favorite
+IRC client:
+
+* irc.tilde.chat
+* Port 6697
+* TLS/SSL is required
+
+The DNS round robin will connect you to one of the nodes in the network.
+
+If you're using `weechat` the following will connect you:
+
+```
+/server add tilde irc.tilde.chat/6697 -ssl -autoconnect
+/connect tilde
+```
+
+And if you're using `irssi`
+
+```
+/connect -tls -tls_verify irc.tilde.chat 6697
+```
+
+The tildeverse IRC network also runs an instance of `The Lounge`, a
+web-based IRC client that allows you to stay connected even when you're
+away. It's available at:
+
+* [https://web.tilde.chat](https://web.tilde.chat)
+
+Join us on the tildeverse IRC network and socialize with other tilde users!
+
+[back](/)