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@@ -88,6 +88,6 @@ likely lead to confusion and time wasted for everyone. However, small
 unannounced fixes are always welcome.
 
 [#chihaya]: http://webchat.freenode.net?channels=chihaya
-[freenode]: http://freenode.net
+[freenode IRC]: http://freenode.net
 
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