Editing IRC operator (section)

== 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-line (IRC)|K-lines]] (server ban).

=== Global operator ===
The Global Operator (GlobOp) is similar to the LocOp, and has control over the entire [[computer network|network]] of servers, as opposed to a single server. GlobOps may perform [[G-line]]s or [[AKill]]s (network-wide bans) and '''shun''' (forcibly mute) users over an entire network.

=== Services administrator ===
Commonly abbreviated as '''SA''', This admin type has control over all functionality on an IRC network available via network service bots, including the commonly used NickServ, ChanServ, and MemoServ nicks. Usually, an SA has the ability to use the '''/sa* commands'''. The /sa* commands, like all actions performed by network services, are typically implemented using a virtual '''services''' node on the network, effectively masking the origin of the actions.

=== 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.