Frequently Asked Questions
Listed below are questions that are often encountered while on the network. These can relate to connecting, clients, services, or any other aspect of the network.
Recommended Clients
Windows
- mIRC – One of the most popular IRC clients. Features extensive scripting and customization.
- X-Chat – One of the most user friendly IRC clients for Windows.
- X-Chat – One of the most user friendly IRC clients for Linux.
- BitchX – Another Linux IRC Client
- X-Chat Aqua – The most popular Mac IRC client.
Linux
Mac
Connection Issues
Proxy G-Lines
If you connect to the network and receive a message stating you have been G-Lined for being listed on an DNS blacklist, this message regards you. The easiest way to have this ban removed is to check your system for any spyware, then, visit the URL the ban message gives you. Once you have done this, wait a day after the G-Line was issued, and try reconnecting. If you have managed to remove the offending proxy, you should be able to connect as normal.
TOR G-Lines
Unlike some IRC networks, we do not allow the usage of the TOR proxy system to connect to the network. The system has been abused by users, so therefore, we cannot offer access to it. Simply connect to the network with your normal host and your IP will not be visible to normal users.
AUTO G-Lines
Any G-Line prefixed with “AUTO” is a G-Line set on your host by our network security service. These G-Lines are rarely set unless your nickname matches a common botnet pattern or is connecting during a botnet attack. If you would like to have one immediately removed, click here.
G-Lined
If you connect with a G-Line message other than those described above, you have been G-Lined by an IRC Operator. These G-Lines are normally only issued due to direct abuse to the network. If you feel you were wrongly banned, click here.
Services
How do I register a nickname?
Simply type /nickserv register PASSWORD EMAIL replacing PASSWORD with a secure password and EMAIL with your real email address. This will allow you to authenticate to services and register channels.
How do I register a channel?
To register a channel with ChanServ, type /chanserv register #channel replacing #channel with a channel that you currently have operator status in.
If you need help with any topic not listed here, feel free to ask an available IRC Operator (type /who 0 o to receive a list).