sic ☆
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Description:
Minimal multiplexing IRC client
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: irc chat terminal client networking
Install: brew install sic
About:
Sic is a minimal, lightweight IRC client designed for simplicity and efficiency. It handles multiple server connections within a single process, allowing users to manage several chats simultaneously. Its primary value proposition is providing a clean, distraction-free communication tool adhering to the suckless philosophy.
Key Features:
  • Multiplexes multiple IRC servers in one instance
  • Minimalist design with no bloat
  • Lightweight and resource-efficient
  • Simple keyboard-driven interface
Use Cases:
  • Maintaining persistent connections to multiple IRC networks
  • System administrators monitoring server channels
  • Users preferring a minimal, terminal-based workflow
Alternatives:
  • irssi – Irssi offers more features and scripting support, while Sic focuses strictly on minimalism and core functionality.
  • weechat – WeeChat is a highly extensible framework, whereas Sic is a standalone binary with zero configuration dependencies.
Version History
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Sep 15, 2025 9:40am 0 VERSION_BUMP bef83bba
Sep 14, 2024 6:26pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 592c2e67
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