Question 1

Why use irc= Internet Relay Chat?

Schutzgeist · Accepted Answer

The reasons are numerous and have already been documented in our FAQs. Numerous possibilities to enter an IRC server. Easy, quick and anonymous. Usually no registration possible. Huge playground for tech freaks. Build your own scripts. Possibility to automate communication etc.

Question 2

Why irc is not working?

Schutzgeist · Accepted Answer

The log files tell you the respective problem.
We cannot make any assumptions here. Check the log files and look at IRC-Mania.de to find out how you can fix the problem.

Question 3

Why hackers use IRC

Schutzgeist · Accepted Answer

Why not?

Easy communication.
No annoying web application, no advertising banners.

You can quickly log in anonymously and access information.

Using the numerous functions, you can program your own bots that automate your requests if necessary.

What's a hacker anyway?

Basically, IRC is open to all cool people who are specifically looking for information.

Including programmers, developers, many software houses and a lot of technical support

Question 4

What possibilities does IRC offer.

Schutzgeist · Accepted Answer

IRC (Internet Relay Chat) offers almost unbelievable possibilities.
The rule is: Nothing is impossible. access options.

Access options.

An IRC network can be entered with various clients.
There are numerous freeware / shareware programs for every operating system, all of which
offer interesting opportunities to enjoy IRC.
In addition, WebMasters have a huge selection of so-called web clients (web clients, web interfaces)
Whether you want a php WebChat, CGI WebChat, Java WebChat or even a Flash WebChat, everything is possible. But let's get to the IRC itself.
IRCDs and IRC clients are mostly opensource.
That means, those who have a clue can make their own IRCd and add missing functions themselves. Many IRCds nowadays offer a module system (unrealIRCd), which allows functions to be added without having to change the actual source code.
The simple user can create his own rooms without specialist knowledge, stay in several rooms and private chats without losing the overview
In addition, depending on the client, he can easily share files.
Since everything is more or less peer to peer, the speed is usually very good. And you have a better relationship with the other person. IRC offers very good support options.
Because you can design your own client as you like, or you can put so-called eggdrops (robots) in the chat room.
Is it possible to have certain processes automated?
So it is possible to have the client or the bot answer certain questions or, if necessary, to create a so-called FAQ database where the person seeking help can find his answers. This makes the work of the respective supporter easier.

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Question 5

What are IRCOPs what do they do

Schutzgeist · Accepted Answer

like every technical and public facility, a system needs administrators / watchdogs / contact persons. In an IRC chat, this contact person represents the so-called IRC-OP.
IRCOP = Internet relay chat operator

IRCOP has nothing to do with a COP.
He has a specific task depending on his status.
Because not every IRCOP has the same powers / rights.
We assume a network with services.

Services admin / rootNet adminServer administratorTechAdminCo administrator- --GlobalIRCOPLocal- -HelpOp -HelpOp

Table explanation

First and foremost is the ServicesRoot The ServiceRoot is, so to speak, the master of the services (OperServ, nickserv, USW)
As long as they are online, it is the most powerful Admin / IRCOP of the network, so to speak.
All admins, server administrators, network administrators, technical administrators and the administrator stand under him.
If there were no services there, it would be classified as ServerAdmin.
Whereby according to the status he would still be ServicesAdmin, just without services (lobby).
Since admins can sometimes set all the flags themselves, they have the same status in terms of rank. The different nicknames should just reflect the position of the operating room. So who is responsible for what.
In the middle we see the normal IRCOP, no after flags its powers can change again.
The global IRCOP can, for example, kick / kill / clinch any USER in a network. A local IRCOP, however, only if the user is on the same server (local server).

A HElp - Op, if it has + h as the only flag, is the lowest IRCOP at all. He has no great rights in itself. He may only get a message from certain admins if someone needs help somewhere.
In addition, the normal user should be shown that this user is offering his help.

Usually this status is always linked to another status.
So every admin / IRCOP can use this status.

Again to the tasks of the individual IRCOPs :)

Tasks of the IRCOPs

IRCOPs / admins should defend the trouble-free chat process.
that is, if some servers have split, they bring them back to the network. If a user or a user group is noticed unpleasantly, the respective admin has to exclude the user or the user group from chat.
If a user has forgotten the password for his nickname (if NickServ is available)
then the ServicesAdmin is responsible, for example, that the respective password is sent to the respective e-mail.
If a USER notices heavy crimes (child pornography, etc.), he / she has the DUTY to report this. Ideally an IRCOP so that it can first determine the IP of the respective USER.
However, this process is not a special administrative task, but every CITIZEN has the duty to report such acts.
These are the duties of every citizen of the FRG. And morally, everyone's duties!
Since this can only be punished on the basis of the IP, an admin may have to be notified

How do I become an IRCOP?

sigh *
If you really want to become IRCOP, you should build your own network. You can find out how to do this under " How can I set up my own IRC-Net? "
However, most of them expect the respective admin to simply enter them.
sigh *
If you think you have earned IRCOP / admin rights in another network, then the first thing you should do is rate yourself well.

No admin of a large network will give you IRCOP status just for fun.

Here I have summarized some questions that I personally rate as important.
An IRCOP should primarily complement the team.
You don't need power addicts who want to show their friends what they have already achieved ;)

Have you ever dealt with programming an IRCD or the services? `If
so …

Which projects can you show?

Which IRCD did you deal with?

Are you able to create your own modules for IRCServices?

If so, please pick up a test assignment.

If not, then you should have other benefits;)

Which IRCD and which services would you prefer?
Why this one?
What speaks against Unreal
What speaks for Unreal?
What is wrong with Bahamut?
What are the advantages of Bahamut?

What speaks against IRC services?
What are the advantages of IRC services?
What speaks against Epona?
What are the advantages of Epons?

If you could become an IRCOP in our network, what would you change first?
In terms of structure?
Which new service modules would you recommend?

Question 6

IRC Shell provider

Schutzgeist · Accepted Answer

if you are still looking for a good place to host ( drop) your IRCd or Eggdrop, you have now found it.
Here you will only find shell providers that we have already tested.
All IRCD shells are used daily by our partner IRC-Mania.de !
We will only present 2, at most 3 providers here. You can find
more information at IRC-ShellProvider.de or IRC-Shellprovider.com

ShellProvider Rating
Powershells.de very stable and "old" provider, both the experience and the support are very high.

Question 7

How can I set up my own IRC-Net?

Schutzgeist · Accepted Answer

Can anyone set up an IRCNet?
Sure, everyone can build their own network. You only need a few knowledge of Linux, a Unix / Linux system and the individual programs, i.e. IRCD and possibly services.
Before doing this, however, you should ask yourself whether you really need a network or whether it should be just a gimmick. If you mean it SERIOUSLY, you should already have a small network of several IRCDs, all of which have a different connection good and simple network can cost between 100 - XXX euros. You can of course also use multiple shell providers. A normal shell costs around 15 euro / USD. (See also: what are ShellProviders?)
However, their performance is usually not that great.
However, you don't have to worry about the server configuration. Important: The main condition is that you can READ. I now claim that 60% of all IRCNet administrators have no idea. By IRCNetz, I certainly don't mean the oldest of all networks (IRCNet) but in general!
Before you install everything PLEASE READ the FAQ.
this page does not deal with it :) If you, for whatever reason, now want to install an IRC-D, then take a look at IRC-Mania.de past. There you will get different work shops / tutorials for different IRCDs (see also what is an IRC daemon?) Among other things, our board is available to you and in EMERGENCIES the chat. Please don't annoy so badly.
FIRST read the DOCs. It is really scruffy to constantly answer questions that are already contained in the supplied READMEs or install FAQs.

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