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An '''IRC operator''' (often abbreviated as '''IRCop''' or '''oper''') is a user on an Internet Relay Chat network who has privileged access. IRC operators are charged with the task of enforcing the network's rules, and in many cases, improving the network in various areas. The permissions available to an IRC operator vary according to the server software in use, and the server's configuration.
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IRC operators are divided into local and global operators. The former are limited to the server(s) they have specific access to; however, global operators can perform actions affecting all users on the network. In order to perform their duties, IRC operators usually have the ability to:
* Forcibly disconnect users (Kill)
* Ban (K-line or G-line) users
* Change network routing by disconnecting (squitting) or connecting servers
 
== Operator types ==
In many IRC networks, IRCops have different types of access on a network. These ranks often depend upon the IRCd software used, though a few specific access levels remain fairly constant throughout variations:
 
=== Local operator ===
The Local Operator (LocOp) is the lowest in Operator access levels.
The LocOp has a minimal control on one server out of a network, and usually has the ability to '''kill''' (disconnect) people from the server or perform local K-lines (server ban).
 
=== Global operator ===
The Global Operator (GlobOp) is similar to the LocOp, and has control over the entire network of servers, as opposed to a single server. GlobOps may perform G-lines or AKills (network-wide bans) and '''Shun''' (forcibly mute) users over an entire network.
 
=== Services administrator ===
Commonly abbreviated as '''SA''', This admin type has access to almost all commands on an IRC network. Usually, an SA has the ability to use the '''/sa* commands'''. The /sa* commands will set channelmodes via the server itself, making it impossible for normal users to see who changed the modes.
 
=== Network Administrator ===
The Network Administrator (NetAdmin) has the highest level of access on a network. In most cases, the founder of the network is the netadmin. Networks may, however, have multiple netadmins - especially networks with large populations.
 
== External links ==
* [http://www.irchelp.org/irchelp/ircd/ircopguide.html IRC Operators Guide]

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