What You Should Know About

Blog and RSS Feed Etiquette
By Sharon Housley

Citizen journalists and writers have become common place on the Internet. Perhaps you are considering blogging, but are unsure how you enter the world of online journaling. As the medium has grown, trøde I, it might be a good idea to gather some general guidelines for new bloggers and reminders to veteran bloggers about blogging practices. There is no Emily Post in blogging that offers etiquette advice or a Miss manners that details appropriate behavior. This does not mean that is not acceptable and unacceptable actions, bloggers should take. In order to communicate effectively as a blogger on the Internet, it is essential to understand the unwritten rules of blogging etiquette. If you copy a different blog posts you should link them.? Yes, dictating to you blog manners do everything possible to credit the original source of the blog entry, it must be done through a link. The link should not contain the code "nofollow". Generally, the comment about the quoted Post must be at least as long as the record will be copied. How much can you quote of another persons blog entry? Fair use allows posts or sections of the posts indicated, but it is generally good practice to quote only what is necessary to keep the context of the record. When you post an excerpt from another person, it is imperative that remain intact, for the record. If any complaints about having a blog post, the program copied the exchange rate, what should I do? The right approach would be to remove the entry violates and replace it with text that explains why an entry was removed. Even if you feel the post was simply fair use and not a copyright infringement, dictating the net courtesy that you respect the original poster wishes and remove the content. Why should you credit your sources? Always credit sources for your information. Attribution is important, it not only enhances your credibility, but it will also help build your channel for future content. Sources to see that you give appropriate attribution will often reward you with more information in the future. How to validate the information? Reputation is as a blogger all. all items must be confirmed prior to posting. Consider using two sources to verify that the information is accurate prior to posting. Also use always reliable sources. Second, sourcing and to be able to rely on credible sources ensure that posts are accurate. I committed an error, what should I do? If you have a change of heart, or posted something, is not 100% accuracy, apologize to the readers and correct information as soon as possible. Not only is it the right thing to do, but often feeds or blog posts syndicated and unless a correction words could perpetuate unchecked. If the error occurs in a blog post in addition to posting an apology, go back to the original entry and strikethrough inappropriate content, and add a comment that indicates why the record has been changed. How should my speech be formatted? Break posts in readable paragraphs. In General, are the best posts are divided into several sections. Be careful not to alienate readers by using ALL CAPS, this is considered "shouting" online, and is thought of as very impertinent. , I have to use proper grammar in the know blog? Proper grammar questions, grammar and spelling can be inconsistent, when instant messages with your friends, but blogs, immortalize their words, the Internet will be an archive for earlier. Appropriate grammar should always be used when blogging or posting to an RSS feed. What really off the record average? Always respect your sources. If you get to know something "off the record" report on it, post it or do not share it with anyone. What is copywritten? Any creative works are copywritten. In the United States and many other countriesm, although the author does not apply for a copyright, is the creative works protected by copyright laws at the moment, the creative work is created. Unless the Creator give up the rights, not creativity reproduced or modified without authorization creators. Copywritten work includes images, text, music or software. If posting a controversial piece, it is appropriate to include the opposing view? It depends on the style of your blog or RSS feed, but in general it is best to include an opposing point of view on controversial topics. Let your readers view both sides of the controversy, they will respect the balance your contains. After basic netetiquette, where posting to the RSS feeds and blogging will build credibility and a following of loyal readers. About the author:
Sharon Housley manages marketing for FeedForAll http://www.feedforall.com software for creating, editing and publishing RSS feeds and podcasts. In addition Sharon manages marketing for Note Page http://www.notepage.net a wireless text messaging software company.