Linkinus Explained

Linkinus
Logo Size:64px
Screenshot Size:220px
Developer:Conceited Software[1]
Operating System:Mac OS X & iOS
Language:English
Genre:IRC Client[2]
License:Shareware[3]
Website:Conceited Software

Linkinus was a shareware IRC client for Mac OS X and iOS.[4] It has an Aqua-style user interface,[5] and allows Cocoa plugins, AppleScript, and Growl notifications to be used.[6] Linkinus also features embedded media,[7] although some users have complained that this can cause the program to slow down, or even crash, especially on slow computers. Linkinus also has other features similar to those of other IRC clients, such as multitasking and the ability to change between different user interface styles.[8]

Despite the developer tweeting in late 2012 that Linkinus was still under active development,[9] it has not seen any updates since April 2012.

Linkinus for iOS

The iOS versions have features similar to those of the Mac version,[10] with a few exceptions such as themes and plugins.[11] Some users are unhappy about the lack of these features, and the number of bugs in it.[12] Users praise its well-designed interface,[13] although some criticize its high price.[14]

Critical reception

Reviewers praise Linkinus' ease of use,[15] and its clean user interface.[16] Some reviewers, however, say that the user interface could be improved. For example, a lot of functions are duplicated in menus and buttons, resulting in a cluttered interface.[17] While reviewers praise its advanced features,[18] they also complain that some of these features are difficult to access, such as searching for servers and channels.[19] In comparisons with similar IRC clients available for Mac, most reviewers agree that Linkinus has more features,[20] but are dismayed by the fact that unlike most other IRC clients, Linkinus is not free.[21]

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Linkinus . Apple . 2010-05-22.
  2. Web site: Linkinus . MacUpdate . 2010-05-22.
  3. Web site: Linkinus . VersionTracker . 2010-05-22 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20080517034002/http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/32326 . 2008-05-17 .
  4. Web site: Linkinus Product Page . Conceited Software . 2010-05-22 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20100728110457/http://www.conceitedsoftware.com/products/linkinus/ . 2010-07-28 .
  5. Web site: Linkinus . macZOT . August 9, 2007. 2010-05-22.
  6. Web site: Linkinus . Softpedia . 2010-05-22.
  7. Web site: Linkinus 2 . prMac . Press release . January 21, 2010 . 2010-05-22.
  8. Web site: Linkinus 1.3 IRC client brings multitasking, more features . Dave . Chartier . June 1, 2008. Ars Technica . 2010-05-22.
  9. Web site: Conceited Software on Twitter. Twitter. 2015-10-18.
  10. Web site: Linkinus Bring IRC to the iPad . . April 3, 2010. Aayush . Arya. 2010-05-22.
  11. Web site: Linkinus ipad released . IRCReport . April 14, 2010 . https://web.archive.org/web/20100414102920/http://ircreport.com/news/clients/221-linkinus-ipad-released.html. 2010-04-14. 2010-05-22.
  12. Web site: Review: Linkinus for iPad . April 10, 2010 . John . Mackay. MacSlice . https://web.archive.org/web/20100417191221/http://www.macslice.info/2010/04/10/review-linkinus-for-ipad/ . 2010-04-17 . 2010-05-22.
  13. Web site: Linkinus Brings IRC to the IPad . . April 3, 2010. Aayush . Arya . 2010-05-22.
  14. Web site: Review: IRC Client Linkinus for iPad . May 5, 2010. FSM.com . Funky Space Monkey. 2010-05-22.
  15. Web site: Linkinus: IRC Made Easy . MacApper . Joe. Turner . August 25, 2008 . 2010-05-22.
  16. Web site: Mini-Review: Linkinus 2.0 . DaveyShafik.com. Davey . Shafik . 2010-05-22.
  17. Web site: Conceited Software Linkinus 2 review . TechRadar . MacFormat . April 20, 2010 . Ian. Osborne . 2010-05-22.
  18. Web site: Linkinus: Most advanced IRC Client Known to Mac! . David . Banther . July 31, 2009 . AppYourMac.com . 2010-05-22.
  19. Web site: Linkinus: All IRC Clients Should Be Like This . MacStories.com. Cody . Fink . January 14, 2010. Federico Viticci. 2010-05-22.
  20. Web site: Software Sumo: X-Chat Aqua vs. Linkinus vs. Colloquy . End Kevetch . End . Kevetch. January 24, 2008. 2010-05-22.
  21. Web site: Review: Linkinus . Joseph Crawford . September 21, 2007 . 2010-05-22.

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