What IRC options are best recommended, and just work? I have seen a few people discuss lounge as an option, but wanted to see thoughts here too before I commit to setting something up for my family.

I want something simple that works for my family and myself. We used Discord, but for when they pull their next stunt, I want to be ready and having something working already.

What do you all use?

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nichkara@slrpnk.net · 4 pts · 110d (1 reply)

I use varying IRC servers based on my mood, as I don't use it with other people.

For general IRC chatting I use weechat + tmux on libera.

As mentioned before, matrix might be a better solution for you. If you really want IRC, I can send you my latest rather stable setup.

CounselingTechie@slrpnk.net · 2 pts · 109d

I'll check out the Matrix, and if alright I can get back to you about other ideas?

littleomid@feddit.org · 3 pts · 110d (1 reply)

Thelounge works easily. Are you sure that IRC is the right choice for a family though? Have you looked into Matrix?

CounselingTechie@slrpnk.net · 1 pts · 109d

I at times have, I am just trying to look at different options in general, if that makes sense

poVoq@slrpnk.net · 3 pts · 110d (1 reply)

Ergochat in combination with Goguma, Halloy and maybe ObsidianIRC. But I would also recommend you look into other options than IRC for a family chat.

My recommendation would be XMPP with https://snikket.org/

CounselingTechie@slrpnk.net · 1 pts · 109d

Thank you, I'll check it out