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Konversation vs mIRC: catalog facts
Konversation	mIRC
Free Free KDE community software.	Paid Shareware that can be tried, with a paid registration from the official site.
Windows, Linux	Windows
Beginner-friendly interface with deep configuration DCC file transfers and direct chats	Mature client with over thirty years of development Still receiving releases
No macOS or mobile version Fits best on a KDE Plasma desktop	Windows only Proprietary shareware requiring registration
Downloadable app	Downloadable app
Open source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
No account needed	No account needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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