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[ANN] New web IRC client for CSC members
by Computer Science Club 27 Jul '20

27 Jul '20

Greetings programs, On behalf of the CSC Systems Committee I am pleased to announce the availability of the CSC's very own installation of The Lounge web IRC client, available to our members at <https://chat.csclub.uwaterloo.ca>. This is the first of several steps we at the CSC Systems Committee are taking to bring modern user freedom- and privacy-respecting communication tools to our members. This is now more crucial than ever, as we have all grown our dependence on remote … [View More]communication tools due to the ongoing global crisis. Starting today, CSC members can use their CSC account credentials to log into <https://chat.csclub.uwaterloo.ca> to access the CSC-hosted version of The Lounge web IRC client [0]. The Lounge is free software [1], under the Expat License (also referred to as the MIT License) [2] and self-hostable by anyone. [0]: <https://thelounge.chat> [1]: <https://www.gnu.org/philosophy/free-sw.html> [2]: <https://github.com/thelounge/thelounge> On your first login to the web IRC client, it will automatically create an account for you, saving and keeping your settings even when you close your browser. The Lounge acts similarly to an IRC bouncer, keeping you connected and logged into the IRC networks you connect to and the channels you join in, even when you close your browser or turn off your computer. This helps avoid missing chat history due to your computer not being always connected to the IRC server(s) directly. The new web IRC client's default suggested connection uses a secure encrypted connection method (over TLS) for connecting to IRC servers. However, even if you don't use the web client, and e.g. run a TUI client on one of our servers (e.g. neotame), please be sure to update your client connection configuration and always use TLS to avoid sending your IRC account password and other data to the IRC network(s) in cleartext. We are excited to share more news about IRC-based communication tools for our members in the coming weeks. Be sure to keep an eye on your inbox and/or the csc-general list [3] for our upcoming announcements. Further, we will be updating the "How to IRC" page [4] of the CSC Wiki to recommend using the new web IRC client going forward. [3]: <https://mailman.csclub.uwaterloo.ca/listinfo/csc-general> [4]: <https://wiki.csclub.uwaterloo.ca/How_to_IRC> Want to learn more or find more user freedom- and privacy-respecting remote communication tools? See [5] for a large list of free software tools you can use to communicate with your peers and/or loved ones in privacy and freedom. [5]: <https://libreplanet.org/wiki/Remote_Communication> Have a question or suggestion? Do not hesitate to write to us at the Systems Committee <syscom(a)csclub.uwaterloo.ca>; we look forward to hearing from you! Amin Bandali System Administrator, Systems Committee Computer Science Club, University of Waterloo [View Less]

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Spring 2020 Election Results
by Computer Science Club 28 May '20

28 May '20

Hello CSC, Spring 2020 elections have concluded. Here are your executives for the term. - President: Neil Parikh (n3parikh) - Vice President: Anastassia Gaikovaia (agaikova) - Sysadmin: Amin Bandali (abandali) Stacy Gaikovaia, CRO

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Planned outage on Thursday, May 28, 2020
by Computer Science Club 26 May '20

26 May '20

Hello all, Computer Science Club systems and services will be unavailable on Thursday, May 28 due to a planned power outage in the Mathematics and Computer Building (MC) from 10am to 12pm (noon) EDT. The CSC will begin shutting down machines at 8am EDT in preparation of the outage. This outage will impact: - Web hosting (all personal and club websites) - Email (@csclub.uwaterloo.ca email addresses) - Servers and Office Terminals We hope to maintain the availability of mirror.csclub.… [View More]

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Spring 2020 Elections and Club Fees
by Computer Science Club 13 May '20

13 May '20

Hello programs, Due to the closure of campus this term, the Computer Science Club will be holding elections for Spring 2020 virtually. The president, vice-president, treasurer and assistant vice-president (formerly secretary) will be elected, the sysadmin will be ratified. The librarian and office manager will not be appointed, since the office will be closed for the Spring term. If you'd like to run for any of these positions, please email cro(a)csclub.uwaterloo.ca. Nominations will … [View More]

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Bondfire with WiCS Thursday March 12th @ 6PM in MC Comfy
by Computer Science Club 08 Mar '20

08 Mar '20

Hi all, CSC and WiCS are hosting an indoor get together event Thursday March 12th @ 6PM in MC Comfy. Gather around the "bonfire" for a night of fun, food, and friends! Free hot chocolate, food and s'mores on us! We will also be serving paninis at the event! If you'd like one, please register on Eventbrite by 2PM on Monday, March 9th: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wics-x-csc-bondfire-tickets-98463369589 --- Neil Parikh AVP, UWaterloo CSC

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Physical Security Workshop on Tuesday, Feb 11th, at 6:00 PM in MC 4045
by Computer Science Club 08 Feb '20

08 Feb '20

Hi all, CSC is hosting a physical security workshop this Tuesday, Feb 11th, at 6:00 PM in MC 4045. Come learn about the theoretical considerations of what makes a system secure. Then, we will break into teams for a hands-on exercise, and a screening of the legendary movie "Hackers". Snacks and drinks will be provided. --- Neil Parikh AVP, CSC

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Code Party 0 on Tuesday, January 28th, at 6:30 PM in STC 0010
by Computer Science Club 22 Jan '20

22 Jan '20

Hi all, The CS Club is hosting our first Code Party of the term from 6:30 pm until 9 pm in STC 0010, on Tuesday, January 28. Come code with us, eat some food, do some things. Personal projects you want to work on? Homework projects you need to finish? Or want some time to explore some new technology and chat about it? You can join us at Code Party 0 and do it, with great company and great food. Come any time after 6:30 pm. --- Neil Parikh AVP, Computer Science Club

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Winter 2020 Election Results
by Computer Science Club 16 Jan '20

16 Jan '20

Greetings, programs! Winter 2020 elections have concluded. Here are your executives for the term. * President: Richard Shi (r27shi) * Vice President: Anastassia Gaikovaia (agaikova) * Treasurer: Alex Tomala (actomala) * Secretary/Assistant Vice President: Neil Parikh (n3parikh) * Sysadmin: Amin Bandali (abandali) The following people were appointed: * Office Manager: Alexander Zvorygin (azvorygi) * Librarian: Anastassia Gaikovaia (agaikova) * IMAPD: Richard Shi (r27shi) -- Neil … [View More]

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Nominations Closed, Winter 2020 Elections Today
by Computer Science Club 15 Jan '20

15 Jan '20

Hi all, Nominations for Computer Science Club positions closed yesterday at 6:00 PM. Elections will be held today (January 15th) at *6:00 PM in MC Comfy*. Here is the list of nominees and members who have expressed interest in the appointed positions. Names are listed in alphabetical order. Absentee votes will be accepted by email to a3thakra(a)csclub.uwaterloo.ca from eligible members until the start of the meeting. President * Richard Shi (r27shi) Treasurer * Alexander … [View More]

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Winter 2020 Elections
by Computer Science Club 07 Jan '20

07 Jan '20

Greetings programmers, The Computer Science Club will be holding elections for the winter 2019 term on Wednesday, January 15th in MC Comfy (MC 3001) at 18:00. During the meeting, the president, vice-president, treasurer and assistant vice-president (formerly secretary) will be elected, the sysadmin will be ratified, and the IMAPd, librarian and office manager will be appointed. If you'd like to run for any of these positions or nominate someone, you can write your name on the whiteboard … [View More]

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