Altho IRCops can and do help users, their first priority is keeping their network/server functioning. In addition, many are on teams to resolve issues for all of us that keep them quite busy. Add to that the abuse they have to take, the users who suddenly want to be their bestest buddy, the ones following them around professing undying love, and the fact that many ppl msg with questions they dont need an IRCop for, and its a wonder any of them find the time or inclination to accept msgs.
How do you know the IRCop is actively online when you msg? Have you tried in the networks help channels? Are you sure the help you need can only be gotten from an IRCop? HAve you checked the networks website for the info you need?
As for selling nicks/channels, if that isnt allowed on the network you are on, and you have proof of it, report it to the network/server admin by memo or email. (you can find that info in the MOTD and on their website)
Ppl are ppl...some are nice, some arent. Just as some users and IRCops are nice, and patient, and try to help themselves and others are rude, demand a reply in 3 seconds or less, and expect everyone to drop what they are doing to tend to what they feel is important. Why accuse ALL IRCops? I doubt you'd appreciate it if one of them felt all users were annoying.
