Netiquette

If Emily Post could see into the future, I'm sure she would have included a section on netiquette (etiquette on the Internet). But until another goddess of grace and good manners puts together the definitive guide to proper e-manners, you will just have to do with vancouverwomen.com's interpretation. Here are some basic rules of netiquette along with some stuff that's just nice to know!

1. If you wouldn't say it to someone's face, it's a pretty good indication that you shouldn't be saying it to them online.
2. Use capital letters sparingly - they are the equivalent of SHOUTING. The use of all caps is considered rude.
3. Before you post anything, consider whether or not you will be making a positive contribution. Will your posting be of interest to a considerable number of people? If not, perhaps you should be using private email instead.
4. Be understanding and tolerant when others make mistakes we were all newbies at one time or another!
5. Be wary that lack of body language or other visual cues can easily lead to misunderstandings and hurt feelings. The use of a smiley or emoticon, (though nauseatingly cute sometimes) will make sure that what was said in jest won't be misinterpreted ;-)