Resources- Electronic Communication Please excuse the mess while we redesign this section. This means that an editor checks the e-mail for appropriateness. Each software has its own set of commands that differ slightly from one another. Nowadays, subscriptions to electronic mailing lists can frequently be accomplished via the Web. A post is sent to the list address, and is received by all list subscribers.
Many lists provide posting guidelines in their welcome messages.
The text of messages should not be addressed to an individual, even though it may be a reply to a posted message from that person. If the message is intended for a particular person, it should be sent as a private message. Remember, the list is a public discussion forum. Messages should start with a brief summary or reference to a topic or to the posting that you are writing about. This helps readers catch the context easily and follow a thread when multiple strands are weaving at the same time on a list.