How to Install InspIRCd on Windows 10

InspIRCd is an open-source IRC server used for providing secure and reliable communication between users. In this tutorial, we will discuss how to install InspIRCd on Windows 10.

Prerequisites

  • Windows 10
  • Administrator account
  • Command Prompt or PowerShell

Installation Steps

  1. Go to https://www.inspircd.org/ and download the latest stable version of InspIRCd.

  2. Extract the downloaded file to a preferred location on your computer.

  3. Open Command Prompt or PowerShell.

  4. Navigate to the directory where you extracted the InspIRCd files. For instance, if you extracted the files to the Downloads folder, type the following command and press Enter: 

    cd Downloads/InspIRCd-X.Y.Z

    Note: Replace X.Y.Z with the version number you downloaded.

  5. Run the configure.exe file by typing the following command and pressing Enter:

    configure.exe

  6. A new window will open. Click the Next button to proceed.

  7. Choose the installation directory for the InspIRCd files. By default, it is installed in the Program Files folder. You can change it if you wish.

  8. Select the components you want to install. Generally, you want to install all components.

  9. Check the options you want to enable in the next window. Click the Next button to continue.

  10. Click the Install button to start the installation process.

  11. Once the installation is complete, click the Finish button.

That's it! You have successfully installed InspIRCd on your Windows 10 machine. You can now use it as a server for secure communication between users.