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I connect with Octox's ending (farewell?) statement here, even though I wouldn't describe the imaginary delocalized internet "communities" as self-defeating... but rather alienating. Not a huge distinction. The IRC does create a false impression of social bond or even milieu, that is deceitful even if done with the best intents.

I find the idea of getting "intimate" with people you'll likely never meet IRL to be rather problematic. So at best that's why I mostly use the IRC for the lols and occasional exchanges of infos and ideas. I read a few fascinating stories from a few people over there, and stories based on life experience (or why not fiction) are maybe the most appealing thing to share through a chat. Along with DIY tricks...