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Anyone that is on the internet should use proper "netiquette." What we have put together is essentially a list of good manners to use while you are on the internet. |
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| 1. Avoid hurting someone's feelings with e-mail. |
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Sometimes, online, people can't tell when you are joking, sad, angry, etc. When you send an e-mail, make sure the person you're sending it to knows what you mean. |
| 2. Respect other people's online rights. |
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People on the Internet have rights just as they do in everyday life. If someone sends you e-mail which threatens you or makes you feel uncomfortable, talk to a parent or other adult right away. |
| 3. Avoid insulting someone. |
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If you insult someone with e-mail, they will probably get angry just as they would if you insulted them face to face. |
| 4. If someone insults you, be calm. |
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Try being calm, ignoring the message, or sending a polite message asking for them to explain what they meant. |
| 5. Avoid "crashing" discussion groups or forums. |
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If you join a discussion just for the fun of "crashing" it, or ruining it, people will definitely get angry.
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| 6. Respect the privacy of other people. |
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Passwords, personal information, names, addresses, interests are private, and are never safe to share with others. |
| 7. Be responsible online. |
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You are in control. Avoid using the computer to harm other people. |
| 8. Help other people learn more about the internet. |
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Chances are someone else taught you a lot of what you know about the Internet. Other kids, or even your parents and teachers, may need help understanding what it's all about. |
