Ten Basic Rules of Netiquette
- Include a subject line which reflects the content
- Be clear and concise; try to limit words to what can be seen on one computer screen
- Do not use ALL CAPS
- Use proper business English, no abbreviations, and use emoticons sparingly
- Check spelling and grammar
- Ask before you send an attachment to someone
- Do not send personal information, passwords, or sensitive/questionable information via email
- Don't type anything on your screen that you would not tell someone face-to-face
- Always minimize, compress, or zip large files before sending
- Verify anything you forward as true and delete all of the other email addresses in the heading
