The other tip is to format messages / replies
using *plain text* - this generally reduces file
size by around one third. It also makes the
message much easier to read for the many
people who still use telnet-based email clients
such as elm.

For Outlook users, individual messages can
be made plain text by selecting
   Format | Plain text
from the drop down menus.

Also for Outlook, you can plain text your
default by selecting
   Tools | Options | Send | Mail sending format
from the drop down menus.

There are similar settings on other email
clients.

John



----- Original Message -----
From: Eleri Kyffin
To: [log in to unmask]
Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2000 12:26 PM
Subject: list etiquette



Can I remind members of arlis-link that we all need to be aware of some
basic list etiquette:

Replies to online surveys or to requests for an isolated bit of information
for one's own need should be sent directly to the inquirer, NOT the entire
list. - REMEMBER - if you press "return/reply" your message will be sent to
the entire list.
When appropriate, the inquirer can later post a single summary of multiple
responses to the lists.

Long Messages: Exceptionally long messages (i.e. many pages in length) are
discouraged because they cause problems for some
subscribers with limited email storage.
Persons wishing to share large documents such as term lists or catalogues
should instead announce that interested individuals may request the material
directly from the person making the offer, and the document(s) should then
be sent directly to the
interested parties' email address, not via arlis-link

Attachments should not be used due to the risk of transmitting computer
viruses, and also many members are unable to receive or open these. (sorry
about the last one, I sent, it won't happen again!)



Eleri Kyffin
Harrow Learning Resources Centre
Watford Road
Harrow
Middx HA1 3TP
0171 911 5000 X4112
FAX 0171 911 5952



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