Instant Messaging

Chat online in real time

Instant messaging has gradually become one of the most common forms of communication used over the Internet. Kubuntu Focus supports multiple instant messaging apps, with the option to access others through a web client. Find your preferred chat platform and connect to it!

• Matrix
• Telegram
• Discord
• Slack
• IRC
• Revisions
• Disclaimer

Chat and collaborate with an instant messaging app.

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Matrix

Matrix is a decentralized, federated chat network. Features include sharing text, images, videos, and files. Conversations can be one-on-one or include many participants. Chat rooms may be encrypted to maintain privacy. Many communities exist in Matrix, including official support channels for Ubuntu and KDE.

Element is a free-and-open-source Matrix client. It is available as a Curated App for Kubuntu Focus systems. It can also be used in your web browser by opening Element Web.

Chat with friends and communities with Element.

Telegram

Telegram is a popular chat and social media network. It is notable for its ability to send very large files between individuals. It also features opt-in end-to-end encrypted chats. The official Telegram Desktop client is open-source, as are the Telegram mobile apps.

Communicate and send big files with Telegram.

Discord

Discord is a major chat network usable for both personal and group communication. It provides an experience similar to using Matrix with Element, but has different communities. It is centralized like most proprietary chat networks. The official Discord client is available as a Curated App for Kubuntu Focus systems.

Chat and stream with Discord.

Slack

Slack is a messaging and collaboration tool often used in businesses. It provides text, video, and voice chat capabilities, while also making it easy to share documents and work data with others. It is available as a curated app for Kubuntu Focus systems.

Work together with Slack.

IRC

While not as prevalent or feature-rich as other platforms, Internet Relay Chat (IRC) is still used widely, especially among open-source software developers. It is fast, lightweight, and rarely requires an account signup to get started. There are multiple IRC networks in existence, the most prevalent of which is Libera.Chat.

Kubuntu Focus Suite includes the Konversation IRC client. By default, it connects to Libera.Chat and joins the #kubuntu technical support channel when you first start it. You can access it by clicking on Start Menu > Internet > Konversation.

Connect to IRC networks with Konversation.

Disclaimer

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