So IRC doesn't not work at my uni for some reason. I think that they block the ports or something.
This is the message I get.
(13:10:17) * Connecting to irc.swiftirc.net (6667)...
(13:10:38) Error connecting to irc.swiftirc.net: No reply from server. The server may be currently experiencing difficulties. This error could also indicate a problem with your Internet connection. If your connection is otherwise working, security software (firewalls, anti-virus etc.) may be blocking access to IRC.
(13:10:38) * Trying to reconnect in 10 second(s)
If anyone knows how to get round this it will help alot.