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This is a short intoduction to IRC to get you online and connected the fastest way. It contains three steps. The first is download software, the second install the software and the last one is getting connected.

Download Software
To connect to IRC you will need software. For your convenience we have already choosen a client to download so you can keep your browser at this location.
Windows users please download mIRC here. Mac users please download ChatNet here. Users of other operating systems please follow this link and return to this page when finished.

Install Software
To install mIRC, please locate the file that you donloaded on your harddrive. Double click the file and a setup program will start. Please follow the instructions it gives you. To install Chatnet, locate the file and drag it to the installer. Users of other programs please read the instructions on how to install your downloaded client.

Get connected
To get connected to ChatNet, please connect to your Internet Service Provider when you are not. Start up your IRC client. At the command prompt please type:

/server us.chatnet.org

When you get connected, you will see a welcome message appearing on your screen. It's your sign to be sure you are connected. From there you can start your journey on IRC. Have fun !!


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Last updated: October 11, 1996