EMAIL & NETIQUETTE

ACTIVITY: UNSPOKEN RULES OF

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WHAT IS NETIQUETTE?
The correct or acceptable way of communicating on the Internet Short for Internet Etiquette Expected behavior and actions of individuals engaged in email and Internet interaction

RULES OF NETIQUETTE
1. Remember the human 2. Follow the same rules online as you would in real life 3. Respect others time and bandwidth 4. Make yourself look good online; you are judged by how you represent yourself 5. Help keep the flame wars under control

DOS FOR ANY MESSAGE

Do get right to the point Do select an appropriate subject line

Do check your spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Do think twice before using sarcasm Do stay calm when you get a rude message
Respond politely and accordingly

DON'TS FOR ANY MESSAGE

Dont type in UPPERCASE Dont use slang or rude language

Dont use smileys or emoticons

Dont use slang or text talk