Periodically attempts are made to summarize these rules as an aid to new users. This is such a summary. Most of the Usenet rules of conduct are a matter of simple courtesy. Be aware that postings to newsgroups are public . A posting has the potential to be viewed by millions of people world-wide, so think before you post.
Nobody wants to waste their time reading trivial, repetitive, or off-topic posts.
Violators will be flamed . Take the time to learn about newsgroups in general and the specific group where you intend to post. Lurk before you leap. Try Quicknews for a wide selection of usenet newsgroups in HTML form. Try our east-coast mirror site .