Meaning of Usenetiquette | Babel Free

Definitions

Netiquette appropiate to Usenet users.

Internet, uncountable

Examples

“Don't think that it would be possible simply to shout CServe users down for improper Usenetiquette as per Portal with perjoratives like, "...when you figure out REAL networks...," because CompuServe comprises more subscribers than Usenet does, and they'd shout back - louder and in greater numbers.”

“By the power of Usenetiquette, the thread has degenerated into a spelling flame and is hereby dead. Have a good day.”

“On the other hand, most of the "infractions" which people complain about are nothing to do with the lo cal practices of AFU, and everything to do with standard Usenetiquette, which is even less secret, as it is posted frequently in the newsgroups which Usenet newbies ought to read.”

“Not at all. I am courteous and simply am pointing out that what is typed is not necessarily what was meant. I don't see how wanting people to post in a clear manner violates Usenetiquette. I do now agree, though, that such things can take a thread off topic.”

“Don't stop there. What major discussion on what social transition beyond Capitalism ? No, I am not going to watch the video. You could summarize it in a few words (which incidentally is part of Usenetiquette).”

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