Like all other things computer-ish newsgroup have their own language for describing things. Here’s a quick rundown of the more common buzzwords: Each message in a newsgroup is officially called an article or a post though just about everyone refers to them as message because, in a sense, they are like a normal e-mail message, because in a sense, they are like normal e-mail message. A series of article on same subject is called thread. Many newsgroups are moderated by volunteers who weed out posted message that are irrelevant to the group or that are just plain obnoxious. Most newsgroups however are unmoderated, which means anything goes. Lurking is hanging around a group to see what’s being discussed. But unlike lurking around public parks at night which is generally not good and frowned upon by decent folk, lurking in a newsgroup is ok, particularly if you are new to the group. It gives you a chance to get a feel for the group and a better idea of what’s acceptable when ...
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