Q: How do I connect to vfoo's IRC server?
A: If you are using mIRC or a similar client, all you need to do to connect is type " /server irc.vfoo.net ".
If you do not have an IRC client, mIRC can be downloaded at www.mirc.com, or you can google for "IRC client" to find a different program to use. You can also use one of the many online applets found all over the internet.
Q: Does vfoo have any IRC applets?
A: Yes. Faustus has set up a java applet located at www.seinfinium.net/irc/ as well as a CGI applet loacted at www.seinfinium.net/cgi-bin/cgiirc/irc.cgi/ .
Q: Is there a list of commands available anywhere?
A: Yes, While you are conntected to the server you can type either " /msg nickserv help " or " /msg chanserv help " for a list of commands and help in using them.
Q: How do I change my nick name?
A: Changing your nick is fairly easy. Simply type the following:
/nick [NewNick]
Q: How do I register my nick?
A: First you must currently be using the nick you want to register. Then you type the following:
/msg nickserv register [Password] [Email]
Entering your email is optional, though it is required in order to retrieve your password should you ever forget it.
Q: How do I identify for my registered nick?
A: Identifying, or inputting your nicknames password, is done with the following command:
/msg nickserv identify [Password]
Q: How do I join a channel?
A: To join a channel you simply type:
/join #[Channel]
Q: How do I register a channel?
A: First you must be in the channel, and you must also be op'd. Being op'd (Meaning you are a channel operator) is designated in most IRC clients by the @ symbol. If you join an empty, unregistered channel you will automatically be op'd.
Second, you simply type:
/msg chanserv register #[channel] [password] [description]
Q: Where can I get help from an actual person?
A: You can get help from an actual person by joining the channel #help on the vfoo IRC server. There, the server admin/ops idle as well as a few other knowledgable random bored people.