Binary package “finch” in ubuntu noble
text-based multi-protocol instant messaging client
Finch is a text/console-based, modular instant messaging client capable of
using multiple networks at once. Currently supported out of the box are:
Jabber/XMPP, Bonjour, Gadu-Gadu, IRC, Novell GroupWise Messenger, Lotus
Sametime, SIMPLE, and Zephyr. It can support many more with plugins.
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Some extra packages are suggested to use increased functionality:
* libx11-6
- To use the Clipboard and/or Toaster plugins.