Netiquette Tips
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Capital Letters
The use of capital letters is considered a sign of "shouting" on the net. Avoid using this method of getting your point across.
Basic E-Mail Etiquette
Other basics of e-mail etiquette include:
Always identify yourself in the subject line
Be careful when forwarding anything. M
Ask the proposed recipient first, if they really want to see pictures of your Great Aunt Agatha.
Respond to your e-mails promptly.
Keep your inbox cleared of opened e-mails.
Chat Lingo
If you use the abbreviated signs and symbols of chat, please be sensitive to the fact, newbies may not have a clue as to what you are saying. When in doubt ask.
Chat rooms
During chat sessions, allow enough time for the other person to respond before jumping in again. If you are in a forum, where it is moderated, instead of interrupting the session, use a ?. This will let the moderator know, you have a question. Or a ! for a comment. This helps everyone focus on the topic without interruption.
E-Mail Basic Etiquette
The first rule of E-mail etiquette is : Don't Spam! There is nothing more impolite and annoying, then to receive unsolicited e-mails from people you don't know.
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