full-disclosure - Why is IRC still around?

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From: dk at pwarchitects.com (dk)
Subject: Why is IRC still around?

Danny wrote:

>Sorry to offend those that use IRC legitimately (LOL - find something
>else to chat with your buddies), but why the hell are we not pushing
>to sunset IRC?
>  
>
Many people use IRC; and still do. It's a legitimate medium I've used 
since the 80's for it's intended purpose. Your "abolish" idea is, to be 
honest, a bit simplistic don't you think?  Let's just cut through the 
proselytizing and ban this whole "Internet" thing, that'll stop 'em. :)

>What would IT be like today without IRC (or the like)? Am I narrow
>minded to say that it would be a much safer place?
>  
>
Path of least resistance. If not IRC another venue would be used.


-- 
dk