FYI

[Mona Lisa Smile]

Came across this while browsing and thought it might help. I guess most of us are net-savvy and do follow these inadvertently, but then a few reminders once in a while would probably do more good than harm.



Have a nice time posting on FH Disc Boards!!



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Etiquette of the Internet chatting world.



Included here is advice on how to conduct yourself, and how you should expect to be treated.



1. Show RESPECT to other people. If someone disrespects you ignore them, rather than to argue with them and spoil the enjoyment of the other people who may be present. Avoid the use of language or attitudes which may be offensive to others (see No. 3 and 4 below).



2. When entering a board for the first time, be cool and try to get the 'feel' of the topic/forum and the people in it before you jump right in. If the topics of the forum are not what you are looking for, try another.



3. Remember that you are not anonymous. Most servers are capable of capturing your IP (email address), and most of them log all visitors to a file. Your IP address leads to your ISP (Internet Service Provider) who maintains your person information on file. (see No. 4 below)



4. Remember that all posts are not private. All posts (messages) are in the file(s). Conduct yourself as if what you say is being recorded, because it is. (see No. 3 above)



5. Address each post to the party to whom it is directed.. Posts which are not addressed to anyone sometimes are not answered. Most people reply to posts directed at them, unless they have good reason not to. (see No. 6 below)



6. Reply to any post directed to you in a courteous manner, unless there is good reason not to. Don't confine your posts to one person only, as others may take offense or feel left out.



7. Use bold and/or caps for emphasis only; continuous 'shouting' can be annoying.



8. If you have questions, ask away, but in a courteous manner. Most people will respond in like manner, and, if your question is too personal for them, they will politely say so. Asking questions is an excellent way to start conversations. Most people like to welcome and help 'newbies'.



9. If someone is being offensive, ignore that person. Do not post to him/her and do not mention him/her in your posts to others, except to advise them to ignore him/her. An offensive person quickly tires of talking to him/her self.



10. It is acceptable to give your email address to others, and to ask others for theirs. Giving out one's email address is a matter of personal preference, and declining to do that should not be taken as an insult.