Netiquette - What Is It Exactly?
Netiquette Tips And Help For The Newbie Surfer.
A Few Pointers
Netiquette is a term to describe well mannered/respectful online communication and behavior. It applies to any interaction done over the internet such as forum posting, emails, and IM (Instant Message) chat.
Things to watch:
DO NOT USE ALL CAPITAL LETTERS WHEN TYPING AN EMAIL OR POSTING A MESSAGE ON A MESSAGE BOARD. This is considered yelling (emphasized talk) and should not be used unless you’re trying to show how angry or emphatic you are. Even then it can be considered rude. Using all capital letters also gives the impression that the person posting is a newbie (new and inexperienced online surfer).
Do not spam. Spam is considered to be unsolicitated commercial messages given through email or posts on a message board. Again this is considered very rude and flags someone as a newbie. Examples of spam would be: I’m earning $1,000 a week online with this program, check it out! (commercial website link with your referral id included). Another example of spam would be: Looking for the best online shopping buys? You’ll find them here: (commercial website link included with your referral id). Not only is spam considered highly rude, it can also be a cause for you to be ‘fired’ from the program you are spamming.
Most message boards have language rules in place, respect the no foul language rules.
Interacting with many people around the world, all with different cultures, first languages, beliefs, can lead to misunderstandings. Be mindful of what you’re posting and how you’re posting it, and try to be clear so there are no misunderstandings. If you read something offensive, ensure you’re interpreting the offensive message correctly.
Try to avoid flame wars (verbal attacks) with other posters and choose to ignore the posters who are obviously being purposely vulgar and rude. Usually they are being outrageous and vulgar for a specific purpose - to cause a reaction and engage in a flame war. The general impression when one is being quite rude and obnoxious is that the poster is a ‘kiddie’ (young teen) and the behavior is not generally respected.
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