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I have been asked by other members of management to make a few notes with regards to "Netiquette" and how we should go about remaining both peaceful and open with each other.
It is part of my job as management to keep and retain the harmony of our community and to ensure that this is a "Safe Haven" for you ALL.
IF any Brother or Sister wishes to discuss any of the following points further we are more than happy to chat or to be contacted about this.
A reflection on you...
The most important thing to remember when on-line is that whatever you write or design is a reflection on you, and the type of person that you are. Be thoughtful of what you write, before you post it. A thoughtless or nasty comment can come back and bite you when you least expect it. Be the better person. Take the high road.
Don't write or post anything that you wouldn't say in person
It's very easy to write something rude or nasty to someone you have never met, and will probably never meet. This is where netiquette is most important and the rules of common sense, common courtesy, and common decency prevail.
Consider the person on the other end of the email or post. He or she is a human being, and therefore worth your patience and understanding. Think about what you write, and the possible repercussions it may have. Consider your words and actions carefully!
Pass along your experiences and knowledge...
You were a "Newbie" once yourself. Someone, somewhere, was kind enough to pass along their knowledge to make you what you are now. Do the same for someone else!
What a wonderful feeling to teach someone and see the light come on for them!
Be Tolerant
Never point out mistakes in public, only in private. Doing so in public is rude, and embarrassing to the one who made the mistake. It can also make you look rather petty and dumb to be pointing it out.
Remember that you were once a newbie too - if someone makes a mistake, or asks what you consider to be a stupid question, be nice! If it's nothing major, ignore it - or answer the question as though it were a good one.
Flaming
"Flaming" is what is known as "letting someone have it"; verbally blasting them, without being tactful, or holding anything back.
Don't post things that people will take exception to, just for the sake of posting it. It's like putting graffiti on a wall - it's childish, just plain dumb, and gets the wrong kind of attention.
Generally it's a good idea to refrain from getting involved in "Flame Wars", since for the most part they don't do anything but increase tension and hard feelings. Be tactful, take a few deep breaths, and think about what you're writing. Try not to be confrontational. Consider how your words will affect the person you're chatting with or writing to.
Swearing
It's never appropriate to use foul language when you're talking to someone, or a group of people. Remember that how you behave on the Net is a reflection on you - at all times.
(additional note: Please be make sure that this practice does NOT occur in ANY chat rooms.A debate is exactly that! there are NO correct or incorrect ideals.
Be CAREFUL!
Unfortunately, while most people you meet are on the level, there are a minority of people on-line who we will simply call "predators". These people are why you must always be careful of what you tell people about yourself, and your family.
On that same subject, don't be offended if someone is unwilling to give you any information about themselves when you ask. It is the sad fact of life that there are dangers at every turn.
It is most important that parents educate their children in these facts of life on-line. The purpose is not to scare them, but to let them know WHY they have to be careful.
Kids should NEVER:
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give out their last name
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tell anyone where they live, not even the city! (If necessary, give a city name close by)
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give out their phone number
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give the name of their school
On that note I wish you all an adventurous spiritual journey in SpiritSounds and any community you may venture.
Peace,Love,Light & Blessed Be
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