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-====== IRC ======
-WPLUG maintains its own IRC server—a decentralized, real-time way to chat with other Linux enthusiasts without relying on proprietary platforms.
-**Connect to:** [[irc://irc.wplug.net|irc.wplug.net]]
-For those who don't have an IRC client installed, the easiest way to join is via our web client:
-**[[https://webirc.wplug.net|webirc.wplug.net]]**
-See [[irc privacy]]
-====== IRC Guidelines ======
-To ensure WPLUG remains a welcoming environment for everyone—from total beginners to seasoned architects—we ask all users to follow these basic guidelines:
-  * **Be Respectful:** No offensive language, racial slurs, or derogatory comments.
-  * **No Spam:** Keep the conversation focused on technology, FOSS, and community.
-  * **Be a Human:** Avoid behavior that disrupts the flow of conversation or creates a hostile environment.
-WPLUG channels are "family" channels; we prioritize helpfulness and kindness over technical elitism.
-====== How to Connect ======
-**Web Client (The Fast Way):**
-Simply visit [[https://webirc.wplug.net|https://webirc.wplug.net]] in your browser.
-**IRC Client (The Power User Way):**
-Use any standard IRC client (e.g., HexChat, WeeChat, Irssi) with these settings:
-  * **Server:** irc.wplug.net
-Once connected, check the **MOTD (Message of the Day)** for a list of active channels.
-**A Note on Nicknames:**
-Nickname registration is optional. You can join immediately with any name you like. If your preferred name is taken, just pick another!