FAQS
What is NetworkEtiquette.net?
NetworkEtiquette.net is my contribution to humanity. This site was, is, and always will be free for educational purposes.
I have no intention of monetizing the content.
It is my intent that schools, governments, and other institutions around the world use it for educational purposes.
What is Netiquette?
Netiquette is internet protocol. It comes from the combination of network and etiquette.
Therefore, netiquette is the social code of the internet because the internet is a network and etiquette is a social code.
What are Netiquettes?
Netiquettes are the various social codes of internet etiquette. Each site has its own netiquette. Netiquettes are the multiple social codes of the internet.
Who created Netiquette?
Netiquette is a term made popular by this site, NetworkEtiquette.net. It existed prior to the creation of this site, but was not defined. I David Chiles, created the definition of netiquette for this site that is the most widely used definition in the world. Its use began on list serve networks.
The netiquette rules contained in this site are based on my own internet experience and education. No one helped or advised me.
Is netiquette the same as digital etiquette?
Netiquette is a form of digital etiquette because it is derrived from the words network and etiquette. Since a network is a group of computers that can communicate it is digital.
Netiquette includes all forms of network communication, not just internet communication. Since, cell phones are network computers they have been included in the WiFi, wireless, section of this site.
Are the Rules of Netiquette Law?
No, the rules of netiquette on this site are not designed to be legally binding in any way, shape, form, or fashion. Netiquette is social not legal. It is good netiquette to follow the law.
Furthermore, many legal jurisdictions have laws that overlap the rules of netiquette contained in this site.
However, I have not consulted any law making bodies or lawyers about the rules of netiquette contained in this site.
The laws regarding the internet and its use are based on the jurisdiction that governs your actions.
I do not claim to have any knowledge of the laws of any specific jurisdiction you may reside in.
Furthermore, my rules of netiquette are not binding in any way, everything is situational. This means that you are free to disagree with me or my rules for any reason, it is your perogative.