Chapter 4

1. 4.1 Computer Ethics
4.1.1 Netiquette
Chapter Four
At the end of this topic, students
should be able to:
a) Identify the rules of netiquette

2. What to cover?
• Code of acceptable behaviors users should
follow while on the Internet
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3. Definition:
1. Netiquette is the code of acceptable behaviours
users should follow while on the Internet
2. Is the term for politeness when using the Internet.
3. Netiquette, or net etiquette, refers to etiquette on
the Internet.
 Good netiquette involves respecting others'
privacy and not doing anything online that will
annoy or frustrate other people.
4. Three areas where good netiquette is highly
stressed are :
• E-mail
• Online Chat
• Newsgroup
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4. Rules of netiquette
• Rules of netiquette on social interaction and
communication electronically.
1.Keep messages brief.
• Do not send uncompressed attachment
2. Be clear.
• Make sure subject lines (e-mail) or page
title(web page) reflects your content.
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5. 3. Use appropriate language.
• Use proper grammar, spelling and
punctuation
• Do not use capital letter.
(it's equal to shouting or screaming)
• Use abbreviations and acronym for phrases
btw By the way
imho In my humble opinion
fyi For your information
tyvm Thank You Very Much
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• Be polite, avoid offensive language
• Make a good impression – review / edit
words and images before sending.

6. 4. Be careful when using sarcasm and humour
• It might be misinterpreted.
• Use emotions to express emotion
5. Avoid sending SPAM
:) Smile :| Indifference :O Surprised
:( Frown : Undecided
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7. 6. Avoid forward chain letter.
7. Avoid sending or posting flames.
8. Never read someone's private email.
9. Clearly identify a spoiler which is a message that
reveals a solution to a game or ending to a movie
or program.
10. Read the FAQ (frequently asked questions)
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8. 11. Do not assume material is accurate or up to date.
Be forgiving of others' mistake.
12. Obey copyright laws
• Don't use others' images, content, etc without
permission.
• Don't forward email, or use website content
without permission.
13. Cite others' work you use.
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9. Summary
• Definition of
Netiquette.
• Netiquette is the
code of acceptable
behaviours users
should follow while
on the Internet
Rules of Netiquette.
There are 13 rules that
has been stated in
Netiquette. These
rules is applied to all
Internet users.
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