Internet Relay Chat
(I-R-C)
A system whereby individuals can band together in real time and conduct discussions via the Internet. The chat network is a client-server network with interconnected servers that accept client connections. Chat makes extensive use of shortcuts and emoticons. A number of computer worms make use of chat to propagate as well.
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