The Internet was created for sharing information to help make the world a better place. However people are misusing the power of internet (by engaging in acts of cyber bullying or breaching privacy of others). Thus, the need of netiquette arises; netiquette refers to net + etiquette. In other words, Netiquette refersto Manners or appropriate code of conduct while engaging online.
The Core Rules of Netiquette
You are interacting with another human being, so maintain dignity.
Don’t turn into another personality while interacting online. Be your true self.
You are not the center of cyberspace
Ensure the time people spend reading your information isn’t wasted.
Not talking about your pictures, be polite and nice to others .
Know what you are talking about and make sense, don’t just keep forwarding random information.
Don’t post flame-bait (don’t use offensive language or be confrontational for the sake of confrontation).
Don’t save/ share or misuse personal data of others.
Knowing more than others, or having more power than they do, does not give you the right to take advantage of it.
Ignore minor errors. Think twice before pointing out mistakes and do it privately and politely
FEW OTHER HANDY TIPS
Be nice to others both online and offline !
