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Today I discovered READ ME: A Bloggers Disclaimer.
I like it when somebody writes up a detailed discussion of etiquette as it applies to new technologies. I never seem to run out of new questions, though.
When is it appropriate to offer spelling and grammar corrections, and how are they best conveyed? (I offer them up as gently as possible only when the piece is polished and/or impassioned enough that it looks like something intended to stick around. Most journals are ephemeral and spelling corrections are really just silly.)
How about factual corrections?
What do you do if you think somebody's alluding to you in their journal? This is sort of the extended version of the real-life "Are you mad at me? You're frowning." I admit to a pang every time I see a friend post in a journal that they're pissed off at some unnamed person...maybe it's me! As far as I know, it's never *been* me, but I always wonder anyway. If I'm really worried, I'll send off email..."That wasn't me, was it? I don't think I do that, but if I do, please tell me!"
hmm. more journal etiquette issues?
Posted by sev @ 08:48 AM PST |
Replies: 1 Comment
Bad etiquette aside, the person posting the article should really consider the consequences of doing so.
In my experience, I've found that it's not worth it. The one time I made a post of this nature, I did not hesitate to honestly reply when asked "Was it me?".
A weblog should be an honest presentation of your thoughts and feelings. I don't think it's fair to censor one's self for the sake of etiquette. On the other hand, unless the goal is to piss everyone off, honesty measured with a bit of respect might not be such a bad idea.
Posted by Alex @ 11/07/2002 11:52 PM PST