User:Jonathan Brandon/Wiki nettiquette

Wiki Netiquette
This page contains general rules that should be followed when creating, editing and commenting on Wiki pages. 'Netiquette' is a theory describing the culture, standards and general rules that should be followed online. This theory includes both etiquette and internet ethics to try and improve the experience for users of the internet.

How to Behave on a Wiki:
Rule 1: Avoid using jargon/slang, use clear, easy to understand language as English may not necessarily be their first language. Rule 2: Don't delete other peoples information without a good reason and/or permission. Rule 3: Don't post lies or guesses, make sure to double check all information first. Rule 4: Don't use a wiki to post personal attacks, a wiki is for information, not opinion or bickering. Rule 5: Avoid copying and pasting information onto the wiki page without explicitly referencing the information. It is always better to use your own words, thoughts and opinions to convey the information. Rule 6: Be polite to others, and constructive towards their ideas. It will make everyone's day better. Rule 7: Don't publish content or send messages anonymously. You should always sign what you have published so people know the author. Rule 8: Stick to the subject in the heading, don't go off on tangents about some 'related' topic. If there is something else you think the reader should know, link to another topic. Rule 9: Don't publish content that you don't want people to see, think before you post information as backups are saved and people can post and comment on what you have said. Rule 10: Use date references as things change with time, For example "my business is the biggest in the market as of December 2008". Rule 11: Own up to your mistakes, eventually someone will find out and can cause arguments. Rule 12: Make sure to use correct grammar, capitalise and punctuate all posted text, then have someone proof read it to make sure it is all correct. Rule 13: Always resize images to a reasonable size. Don't post super large high-definition pictures, not everyone has crazy fast broadband. Rule 14: Don't use aliases or multiple users. If you are using multiple users on a wiki to create an illusion that more people are supporting your argument or idea, then it's probably not very good in the first place. Rule 15: Never post personal information of yourself or others. This information could still be around even if you delete it. Rule 16: Make sure the places you source your information from are reliable, accurate and verified. Rule 17: Make sure that before you use someone else's work you ask them for permission. If they do give permission make sure you credit them so others know it is not your work. References: https://educators.pbworks.com/w/page/18697893/Wiki%20Etiquette%20for%20Students accessed on Friday 8th February 2013, http://www.pcworld.com/article/132320/article.html accessed on Friday 8th February 2013, Made By Jonathan B, Joshua M and Hamish W on Friday the 8th of February 2013