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@@ -40,7 +40,7 @@ The mailing lists are another option, and can be found at
 lists and browse the archives. To search the list archives simply use
 the search field that is located on the left side of the website.
 Furthermore,  you can ask on IRC. The main channel for Rockbox is
-\texttt{\#rockbox} on \url{irc://irc.freenode.net}. Many helpful developers
+\texttt{\#rockbox} on \url{irc://irc.libera.chat}. Many helpful developers
 and users are usually around. Just join and ask your question (don't ask to
 ask!) -- if someone knows the answer you'll
 usually get an answer pretty quickly. More information including IRC logs