5. The chat abbrevation“brb” stands for:
A) be right back.
B) boring, really boring.
C) been really busy.
D) better run, bye.
6. A flame is:
A) an online chain letter.
B) a post or email message that expresses a strong opinion or criticism.
C) an expert programmer.
D) a person who consistently breaks the rules of Netiquette.
7. The Golden Rule of Netiquette is:
A) Remember the human.
B) Never flame a friend.
C) Follow all the other rules of Netiquette.
D) A smiley in every message.
8. The phrase “lurk before you leap” means:
A) make sure there isn’t a host moderating the chat before you scroll the chat screen.
B) familiarize yourself with a discussion group before actively participating.
C) send you post to the moderator via email before posting it to a discussion group.
D) post test message to several USENET newsgroups before posting a real message.
9. “Spamming” is very poor Netiquette and means:
A) posting a message that contains graphic descriptions of something really gross.
B) spending in lines of nonsensical garbage in chat conversation.
C) spilling the juice of meat-byproducts into your keyboard.
D) posting or emailing unsolicited advertising messages to a wide audience.
10. Knowledge and understanding of Netiquette is useful because:
A) it explain some of the technical limitations of online communications.
B) it will help you create a positive impression on those you meet in cyberspace.
C) it explain the conventions already being used by millions of cybernauts.
D) all of the above.