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Figure 7.9 GNOME Dictionary<br />

Enter a word in Look Up. By default, the query is sent to the dict.org server. To use a<br />

different server, click Edit → Preferences. dict.org lets you choose between various<br />

databases for special vocabularies, such as jargon or computer terminology. Under<br />

Strategy, specify the search strategy to use, such as matching the exact word, parts <strong>of</strong><br />

the word, or the prefix or suffix. Click Help to access the online manual.<br />

7.12.3 Messaging Using Gaim<br />

Gaim is a powerful instant messenger client. It supports various protocols, such as AIM,<br />

ICQ, GroupWise®, IRC, Jabber, and MSN. Its most popular features include the ability<br />

to log in to multiple accounts on multiple instant messaging networks at the same time,<br />

automatic text replacement, and spell checking. Gaim has buddy pounces (known as<br />

“buddy alerts” in AOL Messenger), meaning that you can configure Gaim to notify<br />

you whenever one <strong>of</strong> your buddies enters or leaves a channel you are currently connected<br />

to. Gaim can send you a message announcing this, play a sound, or execute a command.<br />

To access Gaim, click Applications → Internet → Chat → Gaim Internet Messenger<br />

or enter gaim in a terminal window. On first start-up, create a list <strong>of</strong> your accounts on<br />

different instant messaging networks by clicking Accounts → Add. Select the protocol<br />

then specify your screen name, password, and alias. Select Remember password and<br />

Auto-login if you want Gaim to log in automatically on start-up. To keep track <strong>of</strong> your<br />

e-mail while using Gaim, select New mail notifications. To use a buddy icon with your<br />

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