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 Stick to the topic when posting a message. Don't indiscriminately post unrelated comments, or worse--advertisements. This practice, known as spamming, will quickly lead to another unpleasant Internet
practice, flaming. What is flaming? Sometimes you might
offend someone unintentionally. Be prepared to receive some angry e-mail or be treated rudely in a public discussion. This is called being flamed. If you attack back, you will spark a flame war. To contain the heat, the best response usually is no response at all--or a heartfelt apology.
Responsibility in a Virtual WorldThe Internet has made it possible for people all around the world to connect with each other in meaningful ways. Whether for research, education, business, or just fun, the Internet has changed how many of us live, work and play in ways we may not even be fully aware of.As the Internet continues to evolve, so do the issues that impact the way we use it. From privacy, security and freedom of speech, to honesty and consideration in the way we interact with others, we all have a responsibility to preserve and protect its unique character. That means recognizing that while the medium is in many ways a reflection of the physical world, it is in other ways, fundamentally different--manifesting its own customs and practices.
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When sending e-mail, make sure that the subject line accurately describes what the message is about. If the topic changes during a string of messages, be sure to alter the subject line.
If you post a commercial message or send it as an e-mail, clearly identify it in the subject line. That way people who aren't interested can delete it.
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) are handy documents to read before asking questions. Always consult them whenever available.
Electronic communications seem ephemeral, but when you hit the Delete key, they don't go away. In all likelihood, your missives are stored on a server and can be retrieved. Think twice before you send messages. Consider all your electronic communications to be public and act accordingly.
