Epona is a secure and efficient set of IRC network services that enable users to effectively manage their channels and nicks.
NickServ is a powerful nickname manager that comes with Epona. With NickServ, users can manage their accounts with ease by protecting themselves from nick stealing. Every user is allowed to have a nickname group, where they can register as many nicks as they need and enjoy their privileges. It also makes it possible for them to modify their nick configuration at any time.
The ChanServ in Epona is a robust channel manager that empowers users to manage their channels wholly and customizably. ChanServ comes with a privileged user, banned user internal list, and controls access on a per-channel basis, eliminating all takeover problems. With its powerful functions, such as op/ unban/ invite, mass deop, and mass kick function, users can efficiently manage their channels.
MemoServ is another vital tool available on Epona, and it allows sending short messages to offline users. This software enables users to read their messages later when they come back online. Also, the BotServ provides users with a great way of getting a permanent, friendly bot on their channels seamlessly. Each bot comes configured to monitor the channels against floods, repetition, caps writing, swear words, and take appropriate actions.
OperServ is an excellent tool that offers IRCops and IRC admins a black box to manage the network quickly. Administrators can use OperServ to manage the list of network bans, configure messages displayed to users when they log in, set modes, and kick users from any channel. Additionally, it sends notices promptly to the entire network and offers many more functions.
Epona works on various IRC software, including DreamForge 4.6.7, Bahamut 1.8, and later, UnrealIRCd 3.2, and UltimateIRCd 2.8.x.
In the latest release, the software fixes an exploit that could allow malicious users to retrieve the real IP of any user. Plus, several other bugs have been fixed, making it more secure and efficient. Overall, Epona is an excellent software that delivers powerful functionality, making it easy to manage IRC networks.
Version 1.5 RC3: N/A