Synopsis:
   links [<glob>]

Description:
   Once upon a time it used to be common for users to use the LINKS
   command to see which servers were on the network so they could tell
   whether their friend's favorite irc server was netsplit or not.

   Then came the "link lookers" that would use the LINKS command every
   15 seconds or so on the prowl for servers that netsplit.  Then they would
   $connect() to those servers, register as your nickname, join your
   channel, get chanops, and then nickcollide everybody when the net.split
   healed.

   Then came TS, the big plan to prevent nick collisions and riding netsplits
   for chanops.  Also came the raging paranoia about users who use the
   LINKS command.  Obviously nobody could use the LINKS command for
   anything legitimite, could they?

   Use of this command is discouraged unless you like being K-lined (banned)
   for the server you're using, or unless you have the express permission 
   of the administrator *and* all of the operators on the server first.

   Some servers may just flat out refuse to answer this query unless you 
   are an operator.  Others may snitch to operators who will promptly K-line
   (ban) you from the server.  Others may actually give you the information,
   though you shouldn't count on it.

Examples:
   To list all servers on the network:
      /links 

See Also:
   load(5) tls
