Karen L Pagel (wpagel@wazoo.com)
Tue, 11 May 1999 14:03:40 GMT
Date: Tue, 11 May 1999 14:03:40 GMT From: Karen L Pagel <wpagel@wazoo.com> Subject: Mailing List Manners 101
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Dear Listmates, in regards to recent discussion on this list the following
may be of interest. Adam Engst is a well known writter on computer matters
Karen
Mailing List Manners 101
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by Adam C. Engst <ace@tidbits.com>
It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of mailing lists. I both
subscribe to and operate a number of lists on many topics, and I
spend much of my day communicating professionally and personally
in these discussion groups.
And yet, I'm troubled by behaviors I see in most lists. Many
people pay little attention to spelling, grammar, and the basic
composition of their messages, post pointless notes, and bulk up
replies by quoting complete originals and appending huge
signatures. How you write in email - especially in public places
like mailing lists - affects how other people regard you, your
opinions, and your knowledge. Think of it this way: if mailing
list messages were a reflection of personal hygiene, you don't
want to come across to others like you need a shower, clean
clothes, and a haircut.
Here then are the main behaviors that I would encourage for all
mailing list participants. If you're as bothered by the problems
in mailing lists as I am, feel free to refer others to this
article for advice. You can link to it permanently at this URL:
<http://db.tidbits.com/getbits.acgi?tbart=05386>
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