The forums here at EEWeb will be implementing the following ruleset. These will be maintained by a team of moderators and are being put into place to assure the quality of the forum environment. Please take some time to briefly read them over.
No swearing/profanity is to be used toward another member of the site in discussion threads and other areas of the site
- If you find yourself opposed to another individual or their views, do not resort to profanity to express your feelings. If something really bothers you, step back, calm your thoughts before continuing with the discussion.
Be aware that this rule has not always been in place on EEWeb and you may find past posts that contain negative behaviour. The presence of these posts does not grant you permission to break this rule.
Do not degrade other users nor attempt to degrade.
- Any posts that contain attempts to degrade another user will be deleted. If you oppose another person's position in a discussion, confront them without the use of derogatory comments. If you find that you passionately oppose another person's argument, fuel that into tackling/confronting the opposing opinion, not the person holding the opinion.
Be aware that this rule has not always been in place on EEWeb and you may find past posts that contain negative behaviour. The presence of these posts does not grant you permission to break this rule.
Do not use all capitals in thread titles or posts.
- Using all caps (all capitals) for your titles, posts and quote submissions is strictly prohibited and users who do this may have their threads/posts deleted. All caps is unpleasant and unsightly and steals from the positive discussion environment that EEWeb provides.
Create succinct, accurate and non-misleading thread titles
- Users must create accurate and informative titles when posting a new thread. Do not create vague, misleading, inaccurate titles that fail to provide sufficient information about your post. Make your titles succinct and 'to the point' so that when others see it they have enough information to decide whether or not they are genuinely interested in the topic of your thread.
Respect your Administrators
-Utter courtesy must be extended at all times (public and private) when interacting with EEWeb administrators. Whilst EEWeb is a free service for all of its users - the provision of that service is not free and nor is it without labor - it is provided, maintained and run solely by EEWeb Administrators. Users who display anything short of absolute courtesy towards EEWeb Administrators risk immediate account deactivation.
Respect the Discussion Environment
-EEWeb is a positive space where individuals can delve into their interests. Being a discussion site, the dynamic nature of interaction cannot always be positively facilitated by rules. As such, we ask that all users respect the positive aim of EEWeb's Discussion Etiquette and not derail the altruistic purpose of our discussion environment. Examples of derailing the discussion environment include:
• Hijacking threads - being disruptive to the purpose of the original poster's thread.
• Harassing another user.
• Not keeping on topic with a discussion.
These are just a few examples. If you are a member and you believe that another user is preventing your positive interaction with the site, you are encouraged to contact us and let us know about the situation. Depending on the validity of your argument and the discretion of EEWeb administrators, the best course of action will be taken.
Ultimately, if you keep in mind the good will and nature of this site and respect our desire to create a positive and stimulating space for our users, then we will view you as a positive addition to the community. Anyone who demonstrates disruption of this aim, risks losing membership to EEWeb's community.
No swearing/profanity is to be used toward another member of the site in discussion threads and other areas of the site
- If you find yourself opposed to another individual or their views, do not resort to profanity to express your feelings. If something really bothers you, step back, calm your thoughts before continuing with the discussion.
Be aware that this rule has not always been in place on EEWeb and you may find past posts that contain negative behaviour. The presence of these posts does not grant you permission to break this rule.
Do not degrade other users nor attempt to degrade.
- Any posts that contain attempts to degrade another user will be deleted. If you oppose another person's position in a discussion, confront them without the use of derogatory comments. If you find that you passionately oppose another person's argument, fuel that into tackling/confronting the opposing opinion, not the person holding the opinion.
Be aware that this rule has not always been in place on EEWeb and you may find past posts that contain negative behaviour. The presence of these posts does not grant you permission to break this rule.
Do not use all capitals in thread titles or posts.
- Using all caps (all capitals) for your titles, posts and quote submissions is strictly prohibited and users who do this may have their threads/posts deleted. All caps is unpleasant and unsightly and steals from the positive discussion environment that EEWeb provides.
Create succinct, accurate and non-misleading thread titles
- Users must create accurate and informative titles when posting a new thread. Do not create vague, misleading, inaccurate titles that fail to provide sufficient information about your post. Make your titles succinct and 'to the point' so that when others see it they have enough information to decide whether or not they are genuinely interested in the topic of your thread.
Respect your Administrators
-Utter courtesy must be extended at all times (public and private) when interacting with EEWeb administrators. Whilst EEWeb is a free service for all of its users - the provision of that service is not free and nor is it without labor - it is provided, maintained and run solely by EEWeb Administrators. Users who display anything short of absolute courtesy towards EEWeb Administrators risk immediate account deactivation.
Respect the Discussion Environment
-EEWeb is a positive space where individuals can delve into their interests. Being a discussion site, the dynamic nature of interaction cannot always be positively facilitated by rules. As such, we ask that all users respect the positive aim of EEWeb's Discussion Etiquette and not derail the altruistic purpose of our discussion environment. Examples of derailing the discussion environment include:
• Hijacking threads - being disruptive to the purpose of the original poster's thread.
• Harassing another user.
• Not keeping on topic with a discussion.
These are just a few examples. If you are a member and you believe that another user is preventing your positive interaction with the site, you are encouraged to contact us and let us know about the situation. Depending on the validity of your argument and the discretion of EEWeb administrators, the best course of action will be taken.
Ultimately, if you keep in mind the good will and nature of this site and respect our desire to create a positive and stimulating space for our users, then we will view you as a positive addition to the community. Anyone who demonstrates disruption of this aim, risks losing membership to EEWeb's community.
