/im/ - Instant Messaging Protocols

I've been thinking about whether IRC, XMPP, or other protocols are the best solution to the instant-messaging protocol. The best solution would be to get rid of instant-messaging, using only forums and voice-chat, but this is unrealistic especially amongst normies, thus, we should just stick to better alternatives. I am leaning towards IRC or XMPP being the true best alternative to mainstream IMs like Discord, Snapchat, etc. IRC is amazingly simple and (usually) lacks registration requirements, but a properly configured XMPP server could easily go further than IRC ever will due to it being similarly lightweight and having more features, although it also depends on the client heavily. IRC also works better over Tor and I2P, whereas .onion and .b32.i2p XMPP servers may have a harder time functioning properly especially if they cannot figure out a way onto the clearnet, unless they have intentions to *only* use darknets.

There are other options like Matrix, Tox, etc but they are often worse than IRC or XMPP. Matrix has the advantage of being easier for normies, but only because XMPP clients and servers are less than convenient at times. Tox might be good for some schizos, but XMPP would almost certainly still outclass it due to its ability to receive messages when offline (if properly configured). IRC is more stable, but I would argue that XMPP can outbeat IRC if done right. I currently use both, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future, if not for the rest of my time on the internet, especially for IRC since I still prefer it over XMPP due to it essentially always working.

Mumble is fine to discuss too albeit technically not an instant-messaging protocol. Also, theoretically, XMPP could do voice+video calls as well, but that very heavily depends on the client supporting it, meaning it currently isn't realistic to expect it unless you both use the same server + client, or, you and the person you're talking with know how to actually do things properly. For IRC I use WeeChat, for XMPP I use Profanity, both are terminal clients ofc.
 
I've been thinking about whether IRC, XMPP, or other protocols are the best solution to the instant-messaging protocol. The best solution would be to get rid of instant-messaging, using only forums and voice-chat, but this is unrealistic especially amongst normies, thus, we should just stick to better alternatives. I am leaning towards IRC or XMPP being the true best alternative to mainstream IMs like Discord, Snapchat, etc. IRC is amazingly simple and (usually) lacks registration requirements, but a properly configured XMPP server could easily go further than IRC ever will due to it being similarly lightweight and having more features, although it also depends on the client heavily. IRC also works better over Tor and I2P, whereas .onion and .b32.i2p XMPP servers may have a harder time functioning properly especially if they cannot figure out a way onto the clearnet, unless they have intentions to *only* use darknets.

There are other options like Matrix, Tox, etc but they are often worse than IRC or XMPP. Matrix has the advantage of being easier for normies, but only because XMPP clients and servers are less than convenient at times. Tox might be good for some schizos, but XMPP would almost certainly still outclass it due to its ability to receive messages when offline (if properly configured). IRC is more stable, but I would argue that XMPP can outbeat IRC if done right. I currently use both, and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future, if not for the rest of my time on the internet, especially for IRC since I still prefer it over XMPP due to it essentially always working.

Mumble is fine to discuss too albeit technically not an instant-messaging protocol. Also, theoretically, XMPP could do voice+video calls as well, but that very heavily depends on the client supporting it, meaning it currently isn't realistic to expect it unless you both use the same server + client, or, you and the person you're talking with know how to actually do things properly. For IRC I use WeeChat, for XMPP I use Profanity, both are terminal clients ofc.
I like the sharty irc and built in sharty vc feature and I have been getting into this due to that
 
>No fed cares for a sharty vc
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>And… “post reply” *click*. There we go, this should help cover our tracks.
>Huh, a new notification? Ah, darn it. Nagolbud is exposing the Jesuits again in that other thread. I’ll have to edit a few of his posts to contain typos so that they’ll call him an “ESL”. Heh, that’ll deter them for now.
 
I like the sharty irc and built in sharty vc feature and I have been getting into this due to that
Based. I saw The Sharty had a built-in VC although I might have to make sure my browser settings aren't too schizo before using it. I haven't started using The Sharty's IRC, but I may do so eventually.
There is always Telegram :glowie:
I can't even sign-up, I don't have a phone number (technically I have a TextNow, but TN itself blocks verification codes *unless* you pay, even if the application allows the TextNow VoIP for whatever reason).
 
Based. I saw The Sharty had a built-in VC although I might have to make sure my browser settings aren't too schizo before using it. I haven't started using The Sharty's IRC, but I may do so eventually.

I can't even sign-up, I don't have a phone number (technically I have a TextNow, but TN itself blocks verification codes *unless* you pay, even if the application allows the TextNow VoIP for whatever reason).
Once you click on “Voice Chat” It will open a voice room press “Start” Then wait for a couple seconds until it says “Allow Voice Chat to have access to your microphone” Click yes then you have then joined a sharty Vc
 
I can't even sign-up, I don't have a phone number (technically I have a TextNow, but TN itself blocks verification codes *unless* you pay, even if the application allows the TextNow VoIP for whatever reason).
You can get disposable phone numbers for like 30 cents. I found it to be a necessity for avoiding giving big corps my information.
 
YOU: > "IRC, XMPP, IMS, Tor, I2P, Matrix, Tox"
?: > "Wtf are you on about Kufufu are you going fucking insane?"

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YOU: > (Shocked) Turns; processing what the Juvenile said, "Im not insane! Where tf am I!"
Juvenile: > (Confused) "Wait here Kufufu.. Im gonna get you something to eat."
YOU: > (Still Shocked) Sits and analyzes your surroundings, Your sat on on your bed, A furnished hut surrounds you, you can tell its night-time, your sweating..? Did you just wake up?

Meanwhile....
Juvenile: > "Yes hes fucking crazy, there is 100% something wrong with his brain.."
?: > "Infection"
?: > "He's always been weak to it.."
?: > "Yeah always cooked his food.."
?: > "Best put him out of his misery.."
?: > "Agreed."

Back to the hut...
You: "Wow I bet im in Africa or something.. I guess theres no more Tor, XMPP, or IR-"
Suddenly 3 Tribesman rush in and bash you fucking skull in with Clubs in hand!!!
You: "AHH HOLY SHITI!!!!! !!! IRC!! XMPP!!! TOR..TORRR!!!"
They fucking Murder you cause you've gone crazy.
Tribeleader: > (Catching Breath) "Thank god we killed him quickly.."
Juvenile: > "What should we do with him now?"
Tribeleader: > "He wasen't worth much, he's low T - Bad meat.. Lets throw him to the cows."
They throw you to the cows in the morning.
THE END.
 
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Ever heard of SimpleX? No phone numbers, no usernames, no identifiers at all. It might even beat out XXMP in terms of total anonymity.
I've heard of it, I have considered it though thus-far haven't decided to actively use it. It may be useful in the future, so I will probably consider using it more. As of now, XMPP is otherwise still my preferred protcol.
 
YOU: > "IRC, XMPP, IMS, Tor, I2P, Matrix, Tox"
?: > "Wtf are you on about Kufufu are you going fucking insane?"

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YOU: > (Shocked) Turns; processing what the Juvenile said, "Im not insane! Where tf am I!"
Juvenile: > (Confused) "Wait here Kufufu.. Im gonna get you something to eat."
YOU: > (Still Shocked) Sits and analyzes your surroundings, Your sat on on your bed, A furnished hut surrounds you, you can tell its night-time, your sweating..? Did you just wake up?

Meanwhile....
Juvenile: > "Yes hes fucking crazy, there is 100% something wrong with his brain.."
?: > "Infection"
?: > "He's always been weak to it.."
?: > "Yeah always cooked his food.."
?: > "Best put him out of his misery.."
?: > "Agreed."

Back to the hut...
You: "Wow I bet im in Africa or something.. I guess theres no more Tor, XMPP, or IR-"
Suddenly 3 Tribesman rush in and bash you fucking skull in with Clubs in hand!!!
You: "AHH HOLY SHITI!!!!! !!! IRC!! XMPP!!! TOR..TORRR!!!"
They fucking Murder you cause you've gone crazy.
Tribeleader: > (Catching Breath) "Thank god we killed him quickly.."
Juvenile: > "What should we do with him now?"
Tribeleader: > "He wasen't worth much, he's low T - Bad meat.. Lets throw him to the cows."
They throw you to the cows in the morning.
THE END.
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>And… “post reply” *click*. There we go, this should help cover our tracks.
>Huh, a new notification? Ah, darn it. Nagolbud is exposing the Jesuits again in that other thread. I’ll have to edit a few of his posts to contain typos so that they’ll call him an “ESL”. Heh, that’ll deter them for now.
Shhh stop exposing me you never saw this this never happened… I promise I would not do that at hq oh shit I accidentally said where my base and locat was oh whoops again
 
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