# Introduction

## What is IceS ?

IceS is a source client for a streaming server. The purpose of this client is to provide an audio stream to a streaming server such that one or more listeners can access the stream. With this layout, this source client can be situated remotely from the icecast server.

The primary example of a streaming server used is Icecast 2, although others could be used if certain conditions are met.

## What platforms are supported ?

Currently the following Unix platforms are supported:

- Linux (Most flavors including Redhat and Debian)
- FreeBSD
- OpenBSD
- Solaris

## Where do I go for questions?

IceS is developed and maintained by the same people involved with Icecast 2. There are several ways to contact the development team

### Best Ways

- Icecast mailing list http://lists.xiph.org/mailman/listinfo/icecast
- Icecast Developers mailing list http://lists.xiph.org/mailman/listinfo/icecast-dev
- Icecast IRC chat room - irc.freenode.net : #icecast