elaine1 Report post Posted August 13, 2005 hi wondered if there was a chatroom attached to this forum.it would be nice to chat to someone with similar problems to me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
something_different Report post Posted August 13, 2005 that does sound like a good idea elaine Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viper Report post Posted August 13, 2005 There isn't a chat room as yet but maybe Kris could sort something out. KRRIIIISS, can you hear me? Viper. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tylers-mum Report post Posted August 13, 2005 Kris - Hint Hint!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elaine1 Report post Posted August 14, 2005 ooh sounds like a popular idea :w ub: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TuX Report post Posted August 14, 2005 (edited) Any of you could set a chatroom(known as channels on IRC) up yourself,download an IRC client,such as: http://pirchworld.com/pirch/index.php ^For windows users-despite them not saying XP-it works on XP perfectly,I have used it on two different XP systems(home and pro)-download pirch98 as it is the latest. http://www.xchat.org ^Multi format,but very dependable for linux based OS'. http://www.ircle.com/ ^Exclusively for macs. Decide on what network,server+port will be used,make sure it works first then post it here for everyone else to use. The Dal network is the best to use as it allows relaxed rules on registering a channel, which is free,but some networks will require channels to have over 10 people in regulary to get it registered. Registering a channel allows better security against bots becoming ops,and also those who aren't wanted to be ops(the staff of channels). How to use IRC clients: http://img363.imageshack.us/img363/6020/ircloggingon2zl.jpg ^Logging on,it might not be the same as other irc clients-but they all follow the same princaple http://img363.imageshack.us/img363/5051/ircss28fu.jpg The network window,which pops up after logging onto a server,gives information on own connection,and the network,and it's rules. http://img363.imageshack.us/img363/5048/ircss37yt.jpg Showing the correct way to join a channel http://img358.imageshack.us/img358/5320/ircss40lj.jpg -Shows the now created channel (chatroom) Channels must have a hash key at the start- #asdforumchat The joining command is /join #yourchannelname and to tell others what oneself is doing: /me is doing something ^Basic commands. Edited August 14, 2005 by TuX Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viper Report post Posted August 14, 2005 Tux, I'll take your word for it. What I just read was "fdhhv xsguoj vdremn bvj hgff fdsght" etc, it made that much sence to this computer illiterate old codger. Viper. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elaine1 Report post Posted August 14, 2005 mm same here viper im afraid lol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TuX Report post Posted August 14, 2005 Tux, I'll take your word for it. What I just read was "fdhhv xsguoj vdremn bvj hgff fdsght" etc, it made that much sence to this computer illiterate old codger. Viper. mm same here viper im afraid lol starwars.gif Sorry,I should have made it clearer. Here's the basics: 1)Download an IRC client 2)Install it. On windows or mac osx,it's just as easy as installing any other program/application,no techy knowledge needed! 3)Once installed,start up the IRC client 4)fill in all nickname boxes(client might not connect if some are left vacant) 5)go to network/server list,click on a server to highlight it,click connect. 6)Providing it has connected,you should now be on the network window-or see a tab for the network window,which can be clicked on to bring it to the front. 7)In the text bar at the bottom,type: /join #nameofchannelhere And click enter/return. That's it,the channel(chatroom) will now be started and it works a lot like a chatroom,except it allows a lot more freedom,plus private chat is available by clicking on the persons nickname. If anyone wants any help with it,ask. It's easier to use once a person is looking at the actual client for themself,rather than just seeing the theory/text side of it. it's all point and click stuff apart from when needing to join the channel,which is just the simple typing of: /join #nameofchannelhere If the forum gets it's own embedded chatroom,it will use up bandwith,and if people are connected for a while at the same time,it uses up server processes,some website hosts don't take kindly to the latter especially,all depends whether Krism is privately hosted or not. Forum chatrooms possibly,might not have administrative controls to banish rule breakers from the chat,whilst IRC does,although forum chat scripts might have changed since I last used one. Right,I shall shut up before I go on anymore. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
~Jonathan~ Report post Posted August 14, 2005 Or, an msn community could be set up which has a chat room built in as standard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TuX Report post Posted August 14, 2005 Or, an msn community could be set up which has a chat room built in as standard. MSN chat requires java or some other sort of plug in doesn't it? I might be wrong as I haven't used it in years,but if it requires an extra plug in,it would exclude some users,as not everyone could install it,and as far as I can remember,windows doesn't install it automatically (assuming it's java). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hev Report post Posted August 14, 2005 it takes me all my time to log on,which clever person is going to set up the chatroom then?three cheers for Kris!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madmooch Report post Posted August 15, 2005 I dont hear any volunteers, Lets all stare at the computer buffs Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elaine1 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 Im staring like mad, but theyre all ignoring me lol. I would do it but i dont know one end from the other!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madmooch Report post Posted August 16, 2005 We're still staring Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest flutter Report post Posted August 16, 2005 how many peeps can you have in a msn chat? cos that mite work Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TuX Report post Posted August 16, 2005 IRC is easier than using an offsite chat site,as there are no limitations or registrations needed plus it can be moderated unlike most chatrooms. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Auriel Report post Posted August 16, 2005 yes there are plenty of places to get an IRC room. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bid Report post Posted August 16, 2005 Hi Auriel! Mumx Shouldn't you be thinking about going to bed?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Auriel Report post Posted August 16, 2005 Dang, I was hoping you'd forget about me ?_? should have waited till the morning to post! Give me half an hour though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kris Report post Posted August 22, 2005 OK you lot. Having chatted with Elefan and thought the matter thru, we will be adding a chat room facility to the forum in the near future. Just give me time to create it and have a think about the 'rules' and it will go live. Watch this space Kris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest flutter Report post Posted August 22, 2005 great thank you Kris C x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viper Report post Posted August 22, 2005 Kris, what does it feel like being under the weight of so many thumb while being twisted round so many little fingers Thanks Kris look forward to chatting. Viper. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sharonv Report post Posted August 22, 2005 That would be great... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pingu Report post Posted August 22, 2005 Good on you, Yeah. <'> Cant wait shaz Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Suze Report post Posted August 22, 2005 ....Yipee dee do dah ......yipee dee day.....I,m eager with anticipation. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brook Report post Posted August 22, 2005 OOH', a chatroom, never been in one of those before, 'do you have to bring your own Tea & bickies', erm, it's not a trick is it to lure us newbies into the 'batcave' Brook Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baddad Report post Posted August 22, 2005 oooer missus - A chat room...... scary sturff!! What's the difference between a chat room and one of those frenzied batcave sessions that occur every now and then?Do you need a microphone? Do you need a webcam? Does that mean I'll have to start wearing clothes at night again? JOKE!!! I've seen the future, an i thought it was garlic bread...turns out it's "chatrooms" Dammit, Janet - I was sold a pup again! If we have a 'virtual bar' as described by Johnny Vegas on Room 101, please, PLEASE PLEASE put me in charge of the Guinness. L&P BD Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elaine1 Report post Posted August 23, 2005 Oh ty, you can all buy me a drink for a fabulous idea lololol Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madmooch Report post Posted August 24, 2005 Thanks Kris <'> <'> Clare Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tylers-mum Report post Posted August 24, 2005 (edited) Thank You Kris and Elefan. You are true gems!!! :D On another ASD site I go to, their chatroom is only open on a Sunday evening, well, actually it's open every day but everyone there really makes an effort to go on Sunday night b/c that's when it's at it's busiest! It's great to chat to them (when I remember to go which an't often enough! LOL) but thought I'd let you know as it's something you can consider maybe, you know, have one evening in the week where everyone can join together rather than have it open everyday and no one goes if you KWIM!! Edited August 24, 2005 by Tylers-mum Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
