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diff --git a/pages/irc.md b/pages/irc.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..1c45daf --- /dev/null +++ b/pages/irc.md @@ -0,0 +1,72 @@ +<!-- +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](/) |