ciXnet GroupChat hosts channels on Reticulum. Each channel has its own LXMF address. Members send messages to that address, and the host forwards them to the other members.
Using a channel
A channel can be used from NomadNet, Sideband or another LXMF client. Once you are a member, send text to the channel’s LXMF address to take part. The sender receives no duplicate copy of their own post.
Channels can allow open joining or require approval. In ordinary chat mode, members can post. Announcement mode restricts posting to administrators and designated superusers.
Membership & administration
The host provides management pages through NomadNet and NomadPL. Both use the same channel settings and database. Identified users can create up to five groups.
The owner can appoint administrators. Administrators manage requests, invite members, change posting rules and set the topic. Superusers can post in announcement channels without receiving administrative permissions.
Logs & inactive channels
New groups begin with private logs. Administrators can choose to make a channel’s saved log public. Private logs require membership or service moderation rights.
After seven days without an accepted post, a channel stops announcing periodically. Members can reactivate it through the management pages or by posting to its known address.
Common commands
Send commands directly to the channel’s LXMF address.
| Command | Action |
|---|---|
/help | Show available commands |
/join | Join or request membership |
/leave | Leave the channel |
/members | Show the member list |
/topic | Read the channel topic |
/reactivate | Resume channel announcements |
Hosting & configuration
The host implementation is under development. Public source and setup links will be added here when the project is published. The ciXnet public service has not launched.