I don't know about all of you, but I have always thought of e-mails and text messaging as being the quickest ways to communicate. However, one thing that really irks me about e-mails and text messaging is the way words can so easily be misconstrued. E-mail, instant messaging, text messaging and use of the internet in general, comes with certain terms of etiquette that should be followed by everyone. Ever hear the old addage "Think before you speak"? Same rule applies in the internet world, except it is known as "Think before you type". Using all capital letters is understood (to the person on the recieving end) that they are being yelled at. Use of emoticons is a good idea, however, if you press the wrong key, you could make yourself look happy about a negative situation and vice versa, which may not be taken so well by the person on the other end. An excellent source for keeping up on the rules of e-mail etiquette is located at emailreplies.com . After reading some of the information on this website, I will be sure to check and double check anything I may send out in the future.
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