3. RULE 1: Remember the human
Do unto others as you have others do unto you.
Imagine how you feel if you were in the other person
shoes.
Stand up for yourself, but try not to hurt people’s
feelings.
It’s all too easy to hide behind a computer screen.
4. Rule 2: Adhere to the same
standards
Some people think that a louer standard of ethics or
personal behavior is acceptable in cyberspace.
If you encounter an ethical dilemma in cyberspace,
consult the code you follow in real life.
5. Rule 3: Know where you are in
cyberspace
Netiquette varies from domain to domain
Lurk before you leap.
6. Rule 4: Respect other people
Respect the rules for discussion.
Beware of whom you send or cc your messages to.
Beware of the curse of the mailing list.
7. Rule 5: Make yourself look good
online
Take advantage of your anonymity.
Know what you’re talking about andmake sense.
Don’t flame-bait.
