By: Brenna Langham

Netiquette: Some Basic Rules Be careful of the words chosen when writing a statement for others to read! The other person might misinterpret what you’re truly trying to say because of the lack of tone, facial expressions, and tone of voice that words alone cannot provide If it is unlawful in the real world, it is more than likely something that doesn’t need to be done in cyberspace! Your standard of behavior should not be lower than it is in real life! Remember your morals and ethics! (Shea)

Netiquette:More Rules to Follow Be respectful to the area of the internet that you are in. Some statements are acceptable in some domains but not in others. Do not expect instant responses from others. Use proper spelling and grammar. Do not waste the time of others. Do not post the same thing over and over to a discussion group. Do not carbon copy or forward a message unless it is completely useful to the other person. (Shea)

The Netiquette Rules Continue… Be polite. Do not use offensive language. Do not provide bad (untrue) information. DO NOT SWEAR! Respect the privacy of other people. Have good manners! If you have to point out a mistake made by others, do so with dignity. Sometimes though it is worth just letting go. (Shea) (Shea)

What is the meaning of copyright? “Copyright is a legal device that provides the creator of a work of art or literature, or a work that conveys information or ideas, the right to control how the work is used" (Copyright and Fair Use in the UMUC Online or Face-to-Face Classroom, 2011)

What Copyright Protects… The right to do the following things: Make copies of a work that has been copyrighted. Sell copies of a copyrighted item Distribute copies of a work that’s been copyrighted. Form new work that is based on the copyrighted work. Perform the copyrighted work Examples: Play Painting (Copyright and Fair Use in the UMUC Online or Face-to-Face Classroom, 2011)

Before using copyrighted work, be sure to understand the fair use principle. This enables the public to use piece, or portion, of a copyrighted work when being used in commentary or criticism. (Fair Use) HOWEVER, the person who copyrighted the work can disagree with the fair use interpretation that the person using the work may have. Then, disputes have to be settled in court. (Fair Use)

If disputes are settled in court, the judge takes four factors into consideration. Factor One: The purpose and character of the use of the work Factor Two: “Nature of the copyrighted work” Factor Three: “The amount and substantiality of the portion taken” Factor Four: “The effect of the use upon the potential market.” (Fair Use)

Plagiarism: What is it? Fraud Using another person’s ideas or words and claiming them as your own Using another person’s work and not providing credit where it is due Do you really want to be labeled as a thief and a liar? (What is Plagiarism?)

How to Prevent Plagiarism… GIVE CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE! Paraphrase, but still give credit to the source. If you’re not sure whether to credit a source, more than likely you need to, so go ahead and do it. Use correct citations and provide a list of references.

Tips to Be Safe on the Web Use safeguard programs These filter and monitor computer usage Read privacy policy’s before providing personal information on websites Do not respond to offensive or dangerous s. Contact law enforcement if serious. Use non-descript screennames Make sure websites use a secure connection if personal information is being provided (National Center for Missing and Exploited Children)

How to Keep Your Computer Safe Use anti-virus software Keep your computer updated on a regular basis On a routine basis, scan your system and all of the devices that are connected to it Change passwords regularly Make sure passwords use a combination of upper and lower case letters, as well as numbers Do not give your password to anyone! (Five tips for safe computer use, 2010)

References Copyright and Fair Use in the UMUC Online or Face-to-Face Classroom. (2011, January 28). Retrieved July 5, 2011, from University of Maryland University College: Fair Use. (n.d.). Retrieved July 5, 2011, from Stanford University Libraries: Five tips for safe computer use. (2010, October 22). Retrieved July 5, 2011, from Help Net Security: security.org/secworld.php?id=10036http://net- security.org/secworld.php?id=10036 National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. (n.d.). Safety Tips. Retrieved 5 July, 2011, from NetSmartz: Shea, V. (n.d.). The Core Rules of Netiquette. Retrieved July 5, 2011, from What is Plagiarism? (n.d.). Retrieved July 5, 2011, from