Now many people communicate with each other on the Internet, using special chats. You can chat with friends, relatives or even strangers in real time, it can be several people at the same time, their number is not limited. There are several ways to connect with other people online. It all depends on what features you need. If you want to ask your grandmother how she is doing, you will need a completely different chat than if you want to meet a complete stranger.
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Different types of chats
Step 1. Think about who you want to chat with
If you want to talk to friends or family, you can do so on the regular website. If you want to chat and talk to strangers, you will need completely different sites.
Step 2. Use instant messaging services to chat with friends and family
If you want to have a one-on-one conversation with a person, you can sign up for an instant messenger or social network.
- Facebook is a social site that has instant messaging software. If you add your friends and relatives as friends on the site, you can chat with them and exchange messages, photos and so on.
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Chat Online Step 2 - Skype is one of the most popular instant messaging, audio and video calling software. It is used by millions of people around the world. Skype is available for Windows, Mac, Linux and any mobile device. Messenger MSN recently morphed into Skype. You can use video chat, text messaging and group chat.
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Chat Online Step 2 - Messaging on a mobile device - If you have a smartphone, you will find it easiest to use it for messaging. You can download the programs Snapchat, Kik, Whatsapp. Create a profile - it's free.
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Chat Online Step 2 - AIM is an instant messaging program. It is a very popular program that is also used by many people around the world. You can communicate with users of this program from an Internet browser or download and install the program on your computer.
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Chat Online Step 2
Step 3. You can use instant messaging programs in your browser
There are many sites on which different groups of people communicate - those sites are called chat rooms. There are group chats and one-on-one. Many of them offer immediate video calling and video conferencing.
- Chatroulette and Omegle are the 2 most popular chat sites. You will have absolutely no way to control who you communicate with. If you have a camcorder, you can use it for video chat.
- There are many anonymous chat rooms available on various sites such as Yahoo chat, Tinychat, Spinchat and many more.
- Try using the Yahoo chat program.
Step 4. Use different programs to connect with different groups of people in different countries
You can use the IRC service - many groups of people from different countries communicate in it on all topics that can come to your mind. Perhaps, this site is quite difficult to understand for a new user, but over time you will get used to it and understand all its advantages, also appreciate them. Chat even allows users to exchange files with each other.
The most popular client for IRC messaging is the mIRC program. You can also use Trillian or Pidgin to connect to IRC servers
Method 2 of 3: Chatting Conduct
Step 1. If you are going to chat with people and exchange instant messages with them, you need to know and follow certain rules of conduct
First, be polite. Second, avoid trolling and never be rude to users.
Step 2. You must understand that the person you are talking to is real
This is a person with feelings, he has his own life, his own interests and views on religion, politics, and so on. Be polite and don't offend anyone.
Step 3. Always follow the rules of courtesy, start the conversation with the word "Hello"
Ask how the person is doing. End the conversation with goodbye. If you behave politely, it may be more interesting to communicate with you and you will be noticed more.
Step 4. Don't spam
Do not spam, do not constantly copy the same messages, do not constantly spam with emoticons, do not post messages every few seconds.
Step 5. Don't write in capital letters
If you write in capital letters, then you are shouting. At least, such are the rules on the Internet when exchanging text messages. You can be blocked if you write all words in capital letters.
Step 6. Treat others with respect
Act as if you are communicating with a real person in real life. If you are talking to a person whom you cannot see on the Internet, this does not mean that you can afford anything you want.
Step 7. Learn to use abbreviations and internet slang correctly
There are several different abbreviations and jargon that are often used by internet users, especially on chat sites. If you want to know more, search the Internet or WikiHow for information on this topic.
Step 8. Use correct grammar
It all depends on who you are communicating with. If you are communicating with your coworkers or your boss, write politely and use correct grammar.
Method 3 of 3: Security
Step 1. Never share your personal information, especially financial information and mailing address, to other users
Do not use your real name when creating a profile on various sites. Use an alias. Do not include your real age unless necessary. Never include any financial information.
If you are chatting on a webcam, make sure that there are no objects in the frame that can identify you. People can find out your address if, for example, there is an envelope in the frame
Step 2. Avoid internet trolls
Trolls are people who say irritable things on purpose. They try to piss off chat users. They try to verbally attack users, bother and annoy them in every possible way. If you spot a troll, don't fall for his tricks. Just ignore him to keep him quiet.
Step 3. Never meet a person whom you met on the Internet in real life without strangers
If you make an appointment with a person you met on the Internet, be sure to bring a girlfriend or boyfriend with you, or make an appointment in a public place during the daytime.
Be sure to tell your friends or family where you are going and with whom
Step 4. Remember that all your conversations in any chat or any program are always archived
The records are both stored and linked to your IP address. If necessary, these records can be required by law enforcement agencies in the presence of an appropriate court decision.