Chat history
Word chat means informal, casual conversation. This term is now associated mostly with online chat services, video chat conferences and computer programs. It’s much more handy than posting through emails or forums, because you don’t need to wait for the reply from your friend, associate, or
anybody else.
Today you can find lots of variuos types of chatrooms on the internet. They are separated depending on its programming language. One of the first ever appeared was the Internet Relay Chat (IRC). It was
written by Jarkko Oikarinen in 1988. While started in Finland it has been used in over sixty countries around the world. It was conceived as a replacement for the “talk” program. In IRC people gather together on so-called “channels” (a virtual place, usually with a topic or conversation) to talk in groups, or privately. Since the moment of its creation IRC is constantly evolving.
In recent years another chat language is raising in popularity. Its a Java programming language which is utilized to create applications that allow many users to connect in the same environment (chat session). This programming language became so popular because it is much more stable and customizable than the older Internet Relay Chat systems.
The newest technology is developed from Flash language. Flash allow even more satbility and customization than Java chats and it’s more secure than Java chat rooms.
The latest add-on to users chat sessions are the uses of video chat applications. This allows users to use regular text based chat, but also add a webcam to allow for live feed of the person who they are interacting with.This allows for a more pleasent chat experience.
There are many other ways besides chat programs to communicate with other individuals over your computer. The most popular are Instant Messaging systems. They allow users to create a contact list and be able to connect directly through their Instant Messaging application to the individual they
are talking to. (the other user must have the same application installed). Some examples of the most popular ones include MSN Messenger, Google Talk and AIM (AOL Instant Messaging).
Most chat rooms on the Internet are provided for free. There are some exceptions, however. Some charge a monthly or per usage fee.