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Netiquette
What is Netiquette?
Netiquette, which is short for “Network Etiquette”, is the name given
to the set of rules and guidelines about how to properly behave online.
Formal Netiquette
Netiquette can be formal or informal. Formal Netiquette involves a
strict set of rules that are imposed by online groups like message
boards, chat rooms and social media sites.
1. Foul language
2. Spamming
3. Bullying
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4. Trolling
5. Sock puppets
6. Flame Wars
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Plagiarism
Piracy
Books
Music
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Film
Software
Copyright
In the Philippines, the REPUBLIC ACT NO. 8293, also known as the
Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines or IP Code, protects
intellectual property. The IP Code lists 15 types of works that are
covered by copyright protection. This includes books, musical
compositions, drawings, and photographic works. (Source:
ipophil.gov.ph)
Informal Netiquette
Informal Netiquette is a lot like real-world etiquette. These are
guidelines that may not be imposed by law but are expected to be
followed by everyone. Many real-life etiquettes apply online. They are
usually simple common-sense actions that make social interaction
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pleasant for everyone involved. Here are some of the most useful
netiquettes that we can follow.
“Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” This
saying seems to apply in any form of human interaction. Even
in the Internet, it is still a good practice to treat others with the
same fairness and respect that we expect to receive.
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Speak softly. If the line is choppy and if the other part can’t
properly hear you, use other means of communication like
texting or email instead of raising your voice.
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Keep your phone calls short and concise. Avoid small talk and
gossiping when making or taking calls in public places
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This is a bad idea for 3 reasons. First, because you usually have
to raise your phone above your head to get a good shot of the
performance, you may be blocking the view of the people
behind you. Secondly, some artists do not want people to take
unauthorized pictures of their shows. Lastly, focusing on
capturing the moment on camera will cause you to miss the
enjoyment of watching it live without distractions.
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It is okay to use your phone while waiting in line but make sure
to stay alert so you can readily react to people and things
around you.
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Don’t do it.
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This may seem like a common and harmless thing to do but the
sound coming from your earphones can impede your ability to
hear and act on signs of danger such as car horns, and
machinery and traffic sounds.
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