John Tolmachoff wrote:
> I think the time has come to put together a list of posting etiquette.

It's been done before for many a newsgroup and mailing list.

> This would include instructions on what kind of information is needed if
> you are posting a problem,
> 
> It seems like often some one will post a problem with not enough
> information to allow anyone to easily help.
> 
> This would be sent to someone who posts but we need information or such
> to help.
> 
> Comments? Thoughts? Volunteers?

I applaud the sentiment and effort but if past experience is any
guide it wont help much.

That being said, I would also suggest referring people to
How To Ask Questions The Smart Way
http://www.tuxedo.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html

> Here, let me start the list:
> 
> No return receipts.
> Please search the archives.
> Do not add attachments unless necessary or asked.
> Only add zipped or txt attachments.

When the attachment exceeds (pick a value)KB a more resource friendly
mode is making it available via Web or FTP.  This mailing lists'
response time is bad enough already.

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