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CONTENTS (Revised on 04/01/2004 by listmembers Tiffany M., Marilyn L., Trine
T., and Becky W.)
1. Introduction
2. General Posting Guidelines
3. Netiquette
4. Spoilers
5. List Managers
1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to DQMW-L!
Welcome to DQMW-L, the international Internet mailing list which discusses the
U.S. television series Dr. Quinn Medicine Woman, which is about a woman doctor
in Colorado Springs, Colorado in the late 1860-1870s, and almost anything related
to it. DQMW-L was started in March 1994 by a viewer [Cynthia F.].
So, you've made the decision to join! Congratulations on taking that very important
step to put you in touch with hundreds of others who share your interest in
Dr. Quinn. The atmosphere is quite relaxed and diverse, with members ranging
from students and teachers to doctors and lawyers, and everyone in between.
For a condensed recounting of the creativity that's been shown here, be sure
to retrieve the "History" file from the archives of this list. The
reasons we're here might all be different, but when all is said and done—we
love Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman.
If you do too, you've found the right place.
Now, before you get really comfortable on Cyn's Front Porch (our name for where
we gather), there's a few things you should know. We've kept the following information
brief, but there are several other files that are equally important. There is
a FAQ (frequently asked questions), How to Deal with Listserv, and a List History
file. All three can and should be retrieved using the following commands (sent
to listserv@listserv.uga.edu with nothing else in the body of your e-mail):
GET DQMW-L COMMANDS
GET DQMW-L FAQ
GET DQMW-L HISTORY
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2.
GENERAL POSTING GUIDELINES
a. Please restrict your posts to subjects related to the series Dr. Quinn Medicine
Woman, the actors and crew, story lines and related background or ther historical
material, related appearances and articles, other related information sources,
and your experiences related to the series.
b. The address for posting messages about the series and replying to other posts
on the list is:
DQMW-L@LISTSERV.UGA.EDU
c. We originally requested that people post comments on an episode without reading
other comments first. However, we don't mind reviews on reviews, as the episodes
are now in syndication. When commenting on an episode, please use the title
or some other description for that episode in the Subject line of your e-mail.
The DQMW producers WERE subscribers to the list, and they did look for a wide
variety and range of comments, so we hope you'll continue to share in that manner
without feeling like you might be in the minority. That's what makes this List
unique.
d. When movies air, we ask that you hold to the original request of posting
comments on the movie without reading other comments first. This allows for
a fresh review, unhindered or changed by other opinions, comments, or reviews.
It also helps encourage discussion.
e. If you intentionally post something unrelated to DQMW, its staff, or the
episodes, you might find yourself removed from the group. So, be careful.
f. In contrast to other listserv groups, DQMW-L has a policy that previous posts
are NOT included in replies. Everyone has already read the original post so
you do not need to repeat it. If you find it necessary to repost something someone
has said, you should paraphrase, quote a few lines, or for example, say something
like "I agree/disagree with what [name] said about [subject].
g. Replies with included original messages take up valuable space in the archives
and we'd rather fill this space with the unique information for which we are
known. Included replies also make the digest extremely long and cause problems
on some mail systems.
h. Please keep the header routing information out of the message text if you
quote a few lines. This is the To: From: type stuff. Header information in a
reply confuses Listserv and it might not post your reply to the group.
i. Please combine several topics or responses into one longer post to DQMW-L
rather than make lots of smaller posts. Do not post "me too" messages.
Be sure your message is intended for the entire DQMW-L list and not just one
individual. Double-check the "to" field to be certain your message
is going where it's intended.
j. In general, it is a good idea to lurk awhile or to read some of the archived
logs of posts (see "Commands" file) to get a feel for the list. For
any one episode, we generally have list members who loved, liked, disliked,
and hated the episode or specific parts.
k. You can ask for tapes of episodes on the list but please ask people to reply
to you by private email. If you want to respond to a tape request, please use
private email. Two companies have also produced various episodes. Look in the
FAQ file for more information on merchandise.
l. If you have visited the Paramount Ranch (see FAQ file), please do not post
a quote on DQMW-L, or any semblance of a quote, for anyone you may have been
fortunate to talk to without asking their explicit permission. Please respect
the privacy of that conversation.
m. Do NOT send e-mail attachments to the list. They DO NOT work with listserv.
n. If you post a survey, you must have people send their replies to your personal
e-mail address not back to DQMW-L. You should summarize the answers and post
the summary of your results to DQMW-L.
3.
NETIQUETTE
a. Lewd, crude, and vulgar postings is cause for removal from DQMW-L.
b. Flaming is prohibited and cause for removal from the list. Criticizing other
people for their opinions is considered to be a flame. Please state your opinion
without personally attacking someone else. Inciting arguments is also flaming
and will be cause for removal. If it happens that someone is impolite or uses
insults, the best strategy is to ignore and let the list owner deal with it.
Strong responses only feed the flames.
c. Because this
list is by subscription only, we ask that you not share anyone else's posts
without securing their permission first. Cross-posting of your own messages
is permitted, but do not copy and distribute an email shared by someone on this
list without asking them if they mind.
d. If you have a response to a message that is not of general interest, please
send it directly to that individual, rather than the whole list.
e. In case of crisis, do not blame the list managers. Please remember that running
this list is a hobby and unpaid. If unusual things happen (e.g., repeated bouncing
of messages, delivery errors, inappropriate postings, etc.), they will be fixed
as soon as possible. When problems occur, be
patient.
f. Internet discussion groups are a large part of the electronic community.
Remember that the written word is understood differently than the spoken word
so please edit your posts for clarity and remove inappropriate emotion which
may lead to flaming. If you disagree with someone about the series, please remember
that we are each entitled to our own opinions. Try to understand the other person's
perspective without dismissing it or making them feel wrong for feeling the
way they do. Ask for clarification if you don't understand something and assume
that the other person is well-intentioned.
g. Play nicely... if you don't, you WILL be removed from the list.
4. SPOILERS
Although new episodes are no longer airing, actors' new movies and the Dr. Quinn
movies are often discussed here. When reviewing, please follow these guidelines:
Because we have some members who do not want to know leaks or "spoilers"
about upcoming episodes/movies, please use the word "SPOILER" in the
subject. The first line of the message body must also indicate there is a SPOILER
below. You can also leave space or count down a few rows before you write your
spoiler - this is optional as long as the first line of the message body is
"SPOILER".
If you are not sure that something is a spoiler, be conservative and still follow
the above format. It is your responsibility to follow the format if you want
to post about spoilers. If you don't follow this format, you may be removed
from the list.
If you are commenting or further discussing a spoiler, you should also follow
the above format.
If you don't want to know spoilers, it is your responsibility to not read posts
properly marked as SPOILERS. Do not personally speak out against someone for
posting spoilers if they have followed the stated format.
5.
LIST MANAGERS
Please contact a list manager:
Henry at henry@english.uga.edu
Pat at patball@worldnet.att.net
if you need help with your subscription.
Pat is the current active manager. When this is switched to Henry, an announcement
will be posted on DQMW-L.
Now, you're all set to join the wonderful world of Quinn. You might want to
send an email to DQMW-L introducing yourself and why you like DQMW (as well
as what you don't like about it...). This is a very friendly list. We're glad
you could join us.
Above all—HAVE FUN!
Thank you,
Cynthia F.
Henry
henry@english.uga.edu
Pat B.
patball@worldnet.att.net