Portable MegaIRC

As the name suggests, Portable MegaIRC is a client software that allows you to connect to IRC servers in order to exchange messages with other users. Since the Internet Chat Relay protocol is widely used for local or online communication, the program is designed to chat with users from around the world..

The main advantage of the IRC protocol is the ability to provide a flexible communication channel that can be used for both private conversations and larger chat rooms. In order to take advantage of these features, you need to use an IRC client able to connect to multiple servers.

When you use the application for the first time you need to specify the servers that you want to use. For quick access, the program includes a few servers that you can join right away without any configuration.

If you need to use a secure connection, the program offers the possibility to specify a proxy address and supports SOCKS5 connections. Random names, nicknames and email addresses can be generated from the Options window in order to quickly change you details.

The interface is easy to use and can be configured by adjusting the text colors. The app provides you with themes and preset colors in order to quickly change the overall aspect of the message window.

IRC commands are essential for the users who need to perform quick actions such as joining a channel or sending an invitation. The program allows you to use the command line or select the most popular commands from a menu. You can also execute a set of commands automatically every time you connect to a server.

In order to notice certain events, MegaIRC allows you to select different MP3, WAV or OGG files for about twenty sound notifications. You can also highlight the chat window text by creating a list of words or expressions that you are interested in.

If you need to use IRC to communicate with other people, Portable MegaIRC is a flexible application that provides all the essential tools.