Directory of Networks Resources

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Many IRC servers are linked in networks, these range from small two or three server networks to the huge multi-continent globe spanning networks. Here we gather web sites related to these networks. These may be the networks official web site, or those run by fans.

Resources in This Category

• 0v1

  http://www.0v1.org/
  Site features a WebChat and IP identifier, along with about us content, a help section, contact us and a large forum.

• 6IRCNet

  http://6irc.net/
  General usage IRC network based in Australia and Poland, but with servers worldwide. Site includes a network history, statistics, and web chat application.

• Action IRC

  http://www.angelfire.com/stars/ActionIRC/main.html
  Worldwide user base; includes list of staff and mission statement. Also has a java chat and information about the network.

• AfterNET

  http://www.afternet.org/
  Founded in 1996, a medium sized network with servers located around the globe.

• AfterX

  http://www.afterx.net/
  Features network news, channels, committees, server information, staff, FAQ, a forum and a Wiki.

• Anthrochat

  http://www.anthrochat.net/
  Website contains news, servers data, administrative information, forums, network status, and connection instructions.

• B2IRC

  http://www.b2irc.net/
  Targeted towards fans of Japanese popular culture. Also the home of ircu+Lain development.

• BBSnet

  http://bbsnet.thebbs.org/
  Network specializing in support to Bulletin Board Systems operators. Website features a web chat, help guide, news column, servers data, and information pertaining to services.

• Bohemians

  http://bohemians.org/
  Includes brief description of network and details of how to connect.

• Chat Solutions Inc

  http://www.chat-solutions.org/
  The company provides live interactive chat functionality to websites.

• Chat4All

  http://www.chat4all.org/
  Offers full services, a java client and basic network information on their website.

• ChatCircuit

  http://www.chatcircuit.org/
  Small IRC network centered around general chatting.

• ChatNet

  http://www.chatnet.org/
  Founded in March 1996 and has around 3,000 users. News, policies, services, network history, and server listings included.

• Chatworx

  http://www.chatworx.net/
  A global network with servers from many different countries.

• Chikahan

  http://www.chikahan.com/
  A Filipino community that serves to bring people together across the world.

• DALnet

  http://www.dal.net/
  Offers full services. Administration, e-zine, help documentation, and users section.

• DarkMyst

  http://www.darkmyst.org/
  Offers themed discussion on multi-player and roleplaying games. Full channel services available. Site offers staff and user profiles, network rules and Java chat client.

• Dynastynet

  http://www.dynastynet.net/
  Family and gaming-oriented network. Channel statistics, policies, a list of staff and servers, and help available.

• eComStation

  http://www.ecomstation.com/chat.phtml
  International network dedicated to business and professional use.

• EFnet

  http://www.efnet.org/
  The oldest and one of the largest IRC networks in the world. Site contains news, server list, webchat, forum, software, documentation, and links.

• EQUNet

  http://www.equnet.org/
  Information on servers, policies, background and services for this general chat network.

• EsperNET

  http://www.esper.net/
  Provides server status and information, channel information, a staff contact form and help documentation.

• euIRC

  http://www.euirc.net/en/
  Contains news, server and admin documentation, support guides, a community section, FAQs, and network statistics. [Site also available in German]

• ExileNET

  http://www.exilenet.org/
  Worldwide network which was launched in 2001. Site contains a web chat applet, servers list, statistics, and a radio.

• Exodus

  http://www.exodusirc.net/
  Website includes channel information, policies, servers, services help, and webcams. Site also includes a download page for scripts and clients.

• Freenode

  http://freenode.net/
  Provide a friendly interaction environment for project coordination and for the support of community projects. Includes a server list, philosophy, rules, how to help, and internal projects. Formerly openprojects.net.

• FreeQuest

  http://www.freequest.net/
  Site contains news and information.

• GameSurge

  https://gamesurge.net/
  Gaming network. Contains online chat, Utilities such as helper application forms, Forums, online shop and network support and information.

• Global Gamers

  http://www.globalgamers.net/
  Gaming oriented community with network services allowing clans to organize competitive games. Site features server and staff lists, statistics and a clan database.

• GoodChatting

  http://www.goodchatting.com/
  A place to chat, through IRC or the Java applets, along with a lot of chat-related information.

• IRC and WebTV Chat Network

  http://www.irchat.tv/
  Focuses on free speech. Java client, network details, forum, information for WebTV owners. Offers Web space and e-mail accounts to users.

• IRC Networks and Server List

  http://www.irchelp.org/irchelp/networks/
  Lists networks based on popularity, discussion subjects, and locality. Also includes server maps and connectivity help guides.

• IRCHighWay

  http://www.irchighway.net/
  Features forums, help, staff, network rules, and forum and network statistics.

• KickChat

  http://www.kickchat.com/
  Began in 2000 with only one channel. Site contains a Java-based chat applet, rules, a newsletter, downloads, and information about the network.

• KreyNet

  http://www.krey.net/
  Contains server, channel and services information. Accessible by a java chat applet and contains full services.

• LinkNet

  http://www.link-net.org/
  Features rules, staff, FAQ, SSL Guide, and a server list. Website also available in French and Spanish.

• MagicStar

  http://www.magicstar.net/
  A small family oriented network. Site contains details of staff, network bots and services, news, rules and web based Java chat.

• Netsplit.de IRC Networks

  http://irc.netsplit.de/networks/
  Keeps statistics on users, channels, and servers on hundreds of IRC networks.

• NewNet

  http://www.newnet.net/
  Contains support, services, policies, network information, a servers list, and applications for clones and server linking.

• Nightstar IRC Network

  http://www.nightstar.net/
  A new and growing network that is dedicated to making chatting fun for its users.

• Nothing But Style

  http://www.nothingbutstyle.net/
  Small IRC network offering general chat, forums and trivia.

• NoverNet IRC Network

  http://www.novernet.com/
  A community where everyone can come to chat if they follow the rules. Lists information on rules, server list and IRCops.

• Onlineguardians

  http://www.onlineguardians.org/
  Online safety organization with its own IRC network of three servers based in the UK and US.

• Open and Free Technology Community

  http://www.oftc.net/
  Constitution/policies, list of staff, departments, frequently asked questions, and connection help information.

• OtherNet

  http://www.othernet.org/
  Includes network, channel, taught classes, and policy information. Site also includes a java chat applet.

• Phishy

  http://www.phishy.net/
  Their aim is simple, to provide a place where people can chat. Go ahead and chat about anything and everything. They're also home to a #Trivia channel as well as other fun channels.

• PSIGenix

  http://www.psigenix.net/
  Network focusing on gaming, science fiction and general chat. Site contains rules, servers and staff list, services and modes help, a chat applet, and server linking guidelines.

• QuakeNet

  http://www.quakenet.org/
  Has a very large user base of mainly computer games players. Site contains news, services information, server and staff list and FAQ.

• Rizon Chat Network

  http://www.rizon.net/
  Network features built-in entertainment and very simple access to over 20 servers across the network. Site includes a built-in chat application and a forum.

• Serenity

  http://www.serenity-irc.net/
  Site offers a guide to services available, as well as instructions on how to connect and a Java chat applet. No warez or adult content.

• SlashNET

  http://www.slashnet.org/
  Originally sponsored by Slashdot, now independent. Offers channels ranging from technical discussion to general chat.

• SorceryNet

  http://www.sorcery.net/
  General chat suitable for all ages. Site offers network news, statistics and channel summaries.

• StarChat

  http://www.starchat.net/
  Medium sized network averaging around 1000 users. Monitored to prevent activity inappropriate for minors. Registered bots allowed. Includes a Java Chat applet.

• StarLink-IRC

  http://www.starlink-irc.org/
  Friendly, safe and helpful chat environment for the whole family.

• SwiftIRC

  http://www.swiftirc.net/
  Large network with 11 servers worldwide. Site includes news, a forum, support, frequently asked questions, and a list of staff.

• synIRC

  https://www.synirc.net/
  Large network running on over a dozen servers. Site includes news, a forum, and chat application.

• TechGear

  http://www.tg007.net/
  A site for IRC script users, Java chat. Includes Forum for help with scripting, VB, C/C++, graphics.

• TVEps

  http://www.tveps.net/
  Offers network information, help, forums, and links.

• Undernet

  http://www.undernet.org/
  Site contains Forum, server list, network news, newsletter, online webchat, polls, links and help section.

• UnitedChat IRC Network

  http://www.unitedchat.net/
  UnitedChat IRC Network official website. Live chat and free java chat applets for youe website.

• Zoite

  http://www.zoite.net/
  Features a guide to getting started on IRC, staff and servers information, channels statistics, a FAQ section and contact information.

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