Not like IM chatting, but same as Gary says. :D You'll meet a lot of friendly people here, so don't be afraid to ask questions. Make sure of course to read the FAQ first. Hope to see you around, and have fun!
Hi there! Welcome to menewsha. Chatting via forum can be kinda interesting to get used to, but once you get the hang of it it can actually be much more interesting than im style chat since everyone has a chance to type out more than just quick blurted responses.