Netiquette
Netiquette
Netiquette, which is short for Internet etiquette, is the code of acceptable behaviors users should follow while on the internet; that is, it is the conduct expected of the individuals while online. Netiquette, includes rules for all aspects of the internet, including the World Wide Web, e-mail, instant messaging, chat rooms, FTP and newsgroup.
1. In e-mail, chat rooms and news groups:
ü Keep message brief. Use proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.
ü Be careful when using sarcasm and humor, as it might be misinterpreted.
ü Be polite. Avoid offensive language.
ü Read the message before you send it.
ü Use meaningful subject lines.
ü Avoid sending or posting flames, which are abusive or insulting messages. Do not participate in flame war, which are exchanges of flames.
ü Avoid sending spam, which is the internet’s version of junk mail. Spam is an unsolicited e-mail message or newsgroup posting sent to many recipients or newsgroup at once.
ü Do not use all capital letters, which is the equivalent of SHOUTING!
2. Read the FAQ (frequently asked questions), if one exists. Many newsgroup and Web Pages have an FAQ.
3. Do not assume material is accurate or up-to-date. Be forgiving of other’s mistake.
4. Never read someone’s private e-mail of course.
Anne Mulcahy
Anne Mulcahy
Xerox CEO
Color printing and consulting services are the two areas where the Xerox Corporation can make a difference, according to Anne Mulcahy, the company’s CEO and chairman of the board. She should know the nature of the business, having started her career with the Stamford, Conneticut-based corporation more than 30 years ago as a field sales representative. One of the Anne Mulcahy’s first decisions after landing the top landing in 2001 was eliminating the corporation’s tagline, “The Document Company.” She believes the company’s name, standing solo, speaks for itself in the printing, copying and services world. Her ethical and values based leadership decisions to revamp the company have revolved around Xerox’s roots of innovation and customer care. She is a member of the boards of directors of Target Corporation, Citigroup, and Catalyst, a not-for-profit organization supporting women in business.
