IRC guide
Contents
- 1 What is IRC?
- 2 Where can I get an IRC client?
- 3 What IRC network does Ogame use?
- 4 Are there any rules I need to be aware of?
- 5 How can i connect to OnlineGamesNet in mIRC?
- 6 What is a channel?
- 7 How do I join a channel in mIRC?
- 8 What are the Ogame.us channels?
- 9 What is Authserv, and how can I get an account?
- 10 How do I register a channel?
- 11 Can I hide my real hostmask/IP?
- 12 Is there a help for all available commands in IRC?
- 13 I can't join a channel, it says I need an authserv account?
- 14 Is there a way to connect to the IRC network without having to install a program?
- 15 It says I'm G-Lined, what now?
- 16 What channel and usermodes are there?
- 17 What basic commands should I be aware of?
- 18 What basic Operator commands should I be aware of?
What is IRC?
IRC is a chat protocol and the abbreviation for Internet Relay Chat.
Originally from Webopedia a chat system developed by Jarkko Oikarinen in Finland in the late 1980s. IRC has become very popular as more people get connected to the Internet because it enables people connected anywhere on the Internet to join in live discussions. Unlike older chat systems, IRC is not limited to just two participants.
All you need is a Client to connect to the IRC network you wish to chat on.
Where can I get an IRC client?
The most famous client for Windows is mIRC.
Other Windows clients are:
Clients for Linux:
Clients for Mac:
Web Based Clients:
For some guides on installing the clients see: >>>Client Installation/Configuration<<<
What IRC network does Ogame use?
We use OnlineGamesNet. Host: irc.OnlineGamesNet.net
check out http://www.onlinegamesnet.net/servers.php for further details on our servers and which ports you can use.
Are there any rules I need to be aware of?
Yes, the Official Network Rules can be found here: http://www.onlinegamesnet.net/networkRules.php?language=en
Please note that all the OGame.us services may be related to an identity in case of severe rule breaching. In simpler words, under certain cirumstances your game and board accounts might be banned due to your actions in IRC.
How can i connect to OnlineGamesNet in mIRC?
Template:Infobox-formula Or to connect straight to your >>>authserv account<<<:
| /server irc.onlinegamesnet.net authname:authpassword |
