What are the general rules for email netiquette?
Above all, messages should be private to participants in the mailing list. Don’t forward messages without getting the originator s permission. One goal of this mailing list is provide a supportive environment for people interested in learning about usability and sharing information that could help others. • Don t FLAME other users. Think before you write. Your message will convey your persona. You can argue, be critical, and express strong opinions, but do not embarrass, harass, or get into verbal wars. If a message upsets you, take a few minutes to calm down and then write a measured, clear response. • Don’t ask questions like: “Can you send me everything you know about usability?” Participants in the mailing list are likely to view this kind of question as a “lazy inquiry”. • Use message headers (subject lines) that are brief and clear. • Provide some context for your replies. It is very helpful to extract a small portion of a message and use it in your reply to set the context for r
