Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - Netiquette

What does netiquette stand for?

• Digital manners

• Network etiquette

• Internet ethics

• Online behavior

Which of the following is an example of good netiquette?

• Sending unsolicited emails

• Thanking others who help you online

• Sharing personal information without consent

• Posting offensive comments online

What is the general idea behind netiquette rules?

• To disrespect others online

• To respect others online

• To spam others online

• To troll people online

What should you avoid doing in online forums or website comments?

• Swearing or using offensive language

• Sticking to the topic

• Thanking others who help you

• Offering help when asked

How should you respond to negative comments online according to good netiquette?

• Reply with more negative comments

• Break the cycle with a positive post

• Delete your account

• Ignore the comments

What is the importance of anonymity in online communication?

• To provide a sense of privacy

• To avoid answering for comments made

• To have poor manners

• To hide behind offensive remarks

What is the consequence of posting offensive remarks online?

• Increased popularity

• Having to answer for the comments made

• Positive feedback

• No consequences

Why is it essential to have good netiquette online?

• To post negative comments

• To increase anonymity

• To benefit both you and others on the Internet

• To make someone's day worse

What should you do if someone asks a question online and you know the answer?

• Ignore the question

• Offer to help

• Post offensive remarks

• Spam their inbox

What is the purpose of showing good sportsmanship when playing online games?

• To respect others whether you win or lose

• To annoy other players

• To cheat and win

• To post negative comments