I used to use mIRC a lot, but I knew Windows expertly enough that things like DCC didn't scare me. I'm scared I'll open a security hole on my system if I use BitchX and install identd. (1) Is BitchX secure by default? (2) Is Linux identd secure by default? Does it work behind firewall? (3) Is DCC and crap like that secure by default? I know *live* in IRC, I'm scared to death of using it on "your own turf". Should I be?