Some networks include multiple servers that are linked together, so they should all have a similar name, but that does not apply for the Combine.) (Description can be anything, but for simplicity sake, it is a good idea to add the "SWC" and the server address. Press and fill in the following information There are several servers that the program comes with but the Combine's server is not one of the defaults.
To the right of that are all the options for each category. On the left hand side there is a directory tree marked "Category".
Follow all of the on screen instructions, as it will walk you quickly through the process.Īfter opening the program and passing the pop-up screen that has the Author on it (by clicking on it), the Options window will come up. This will also make it easier for others to identify and address you.Īnother good alternative for those on Linux based Operating Systems is Xchat, with their Documentation found here.Īfter following the download link on, save the program to a location on your computer that you will remember (such as your desktop), and double-click the installation file to run it. Please note that it is recommended that you change your name to something other than the default SWC_Member, especially if you are having difficulties connecting, because on any IRC server, multiple people cannot have the same name. Helpers volunteer their time, and do not always respond within the first 2 minutes of you coming online asking "can I get some help?" so it is best to ask your question right away upon entering, or type people's names to get their attention as many helpers set their clients to alert them when their name is entered. Please note that an answer will not always come immediately, so patience is needed. This is a program that will open directly in your browser and defaults to the Combine's technical support channel where you can talk with the Combine's help staff live. However, if you find mIRC too complicated, or if you simply do not intend to access IRC regularly enough to bother downloading a client, you can use the SWC-JavaChat. This guide will be explaining from the mIRC perspective, since it is, by far, the most commonly used IRC client available, and is the only program officially supported by the IRC help staff.
The program is shareware, but can be used for free indefinitely. IRC also allows you to chat privately with another person, like an instant messenger, so that nobody can listen in on your conversation. These rooms can be set public, to allow anyone to participate, or private, in case a Combine faction or smaller group prefers a room of their own to use for specific members only. IRC allows you to chat in rooms called IRC channels with multiple people at the same time. IRC stands for Internet Relay Chat and it is a method for chatting with others on the internet.
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