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Listed below
are some of the basics of Netiquette used on the PHCentral WebBoard
mailing lists. We post a different Netiquette rule on the PHFriends
list every day as a reminder. Please view these as general guidelines--there
are always times when an exception to the guidelines is necessary,
but let's not overdo it.
The PHCentral
mailing lists are moderated. People may post freely, but if a problem
arises, a moderator will contact the poster privately. If problems
are persistent or if mail becomes abusive toward anyone on the list,
the poster will be removed by the moderators.
We want the
PHCentral lists to be a safe and supportive environment for all.
We hope you find them to be a source of support and information
and a network of people who understand the unique challenges of
living with Pulmonary Hypertension.
Dos and Don'ts of list NETIQUETTE
- Pay attention
to Subject Headings. Mail should have a subject heading which
reflects the content of the message. If the subject changes over
the course of several responses, then change the subject heading
to reflect the content.
- Edit your
quotes. When replying to a message, include enough original material
to be understood but no more. Since list serve mail is sent by
distributing the postings from one host to another, it is possible
to see a response to a message before seeing the original. Giving
context helps everyone.
- Do not be
long-winded. Messages and articles should be brief and to the
point as much as possible. Don't wander off-topic, don't ramble
and don't send mail or post messages solely to point out other
people's errors in typing or spelling.
- Do not send
one-liner notes: e.g. "Thanks!" "me, too." Just saying "me, too" in
agreement with another posting only adds to the clutter on-line.
Send e-mail and post articles that actually add something to
the
discussion, or else send a private note to the individual.
- Do not post
inappropriately. When posting an article to an email list, make
sure you're sending it to the right place. For example, don't
send birthday messages or post cards or jokes to the PHFriends
list--the PHGreetings list is the place for that. Inspirational
material and lengthy discussions of spirituality belong with PHInspire.
Computer question belong with PHPuters. Fantasy goes to PHLand.
- If you are
catching up on old mail (more than a week old) send any replies
directly to the individual, not to the list. The list has undoubtedly
moved on from the topic, and responses to old messages cause confusion.
- Do not send
email to the entire list if a message is directed to one person.
(e.g. If you want to know where in East Nebraska someone lives,
because you visit a cousin there every 5 years, send that person
a private message.)
- Do not plagiarize.
When posting information obtained from another internet source,
particularly copyrighted material, it is necessary to list the
URL address of the site from which it came, and also the name
of the author, if available. If an article specifically states
it is not for reproduction electronically, then do not reproduce
any portion of it on a list.
- Do not flame
or use profane language. Although "flaming" -- sending angry
messages-- is an Internet tradition, it's best not to do it.
Flame wars,
in which many heated messages are exchanged, serve only to get
people all riled up. This is particularly important with the
PH
lists, as such mail causes a great deal of stress for many people
who are already challenged by the stresses of their illness.
If
you're tempted to write an angry message, wait a day after you
finish writing it before you hit the SEND button. Wait to see
if it's still appropriate after you've cooled off.
People who persist in flaming after their second warning will
be removed from the list.
- Do not use
the list
for advertising personal business or
for soliciting or securing potential clients for business use,
or
to solicit money for personal use.
This includes
harvesting email addresses from the list to use for any of the
above purposes.
- Do not type
in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS. In the on-line world, this is considered
SHOUTING! Also, it's very hard to read.
- Your signature
should not bloat. You can attach a "signature" to e-mail messages
-- a few lines of text that let others know who you are and how
to get in touch with you. They may contain a funny or meaningful
quote. But don't go overboard -- try to keep your signature to
four or five lines or less. For the PH lists, it has been most
helpful to have a signature which includes your name, and where
you are located geographically
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