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ACRONYMS:

Abbreviations of commonly used phrases as used in email. Acronyms are not an excuse to not spell out words or to type cryptically. There is a time and place for their use and they should be used sparingly and only when appropriate (i.e. not in your resume). Below are some typical acronyms you will encounter in your online communications. Also visit the Doctor's Emoticon Ward.

EMOTICONS:

A figure created in email using the symbols on the keyboard. Read with the head tilted to the left. Used to convey the spirit in which a line of text is typed. With email you will communicate with people who may not know you; they can't see your facial expressions or body language. This can lend itself to the occasional misunderstanding. Also known as Smileys these symbols will help others know where you are coming from and to make the intent of your typed comments clear. If you don't use Emoticons and your email is misunderstood - it is your own fault. Also visit the Doctor's Acronym Ward.

NEWBIES

A derogatory term on the Net meaning an inexperienced and obnoxious new user. The term refers to the brand of user who is unschooled in the Internet's traditions, takes little time to learn them, and acts rudely. To avoid receiving flames from other Netizens, read on . . .

HOAXES

VIRUS HOAXES

NETIQUETTE
ONLINE COMMUNICATION BASICS

***NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #1:

Here are the online basics you need to minimally
become familiar with in order to be taken
seriously in your online communications.

NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #2

Perception is the only reality online.

NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #3

Always spell check your email and proofread for
errors.

NETIQUETTE 101, COURSTESY #4

Always end your emails with Thank you, Sincerely,
Take it easy, Best regards - something!

NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #5

Always capitalize your sentences and use
appropriate punctuation.

***NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #6

When replying to emails, always respond promptly
and edit out unnecessary information from a post
you are responding to.

NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #7

Never, ever, ever, never send anyone an email
about anything, (especially your product or
service) if the recipient did not specifically
email you for that information and you are
responding to their request.

NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #8

You are what your write. How you communicate will
give a perception as to the kind of person you
are. Learn to write with clarity and take folks at
their word - not what you "think" they mean.

NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #9

Don't fall for flamers, jerks or "trolls".

NETIQUETTE 101, COURTESY #10

Share information and help other Newbies online.