LM_NET: Library Media Networking
LM_NET FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Last updated: July 18, 1999
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This listing of questions frequently asked (and answered) on LM_NET has
been created in hope of reducing some of the repetition encountered by our
members. Members may wish to save the FAQ for quick reference. We usually
post this twice each month, note in subject line when changes are made, and
mark in the contents with an asterisk(*) items updated that issue. This
section of the FAQ includes the technical information and hints to best use
LM_NET. Note the addition to subject lines of the keyword: HUMOR.
Retired FAQ's may be visited at the website
http://ericir.syr.edu/lm_net/retiredfaqs.htm.
We can take no responsibility for accuracy of information that comes from
postings to the listserv and which are listed here. Please direct
corrections or updates of this information to:
Diane Chen (chend@ten-nash.ten.k12.tn.us), Library Media Specialist,
Hickman Elementary School, Nashville, TN
Contents:
1. Subscribing to LM_NET
2. Signing off LM_NET
3. Temporarily Stopping Mail From LM_NET
4. LM_NET Keywords for Subject Headings
5. Finding the LM_NET Archives, Website, etc
6. Copyright and Message Posting Reminder
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******** 1. Subscribing to LM_NET ********
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1. Send an e-mail message to: LISTSERV@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
2. In the first line of the message, type:
SUBSCRIBE LM_NET Firstname Lastname
(Of course, you would substitute your actual name in the line,
such as "SUBSCRIBE LM_NET Libby Rarian" No quotes necessary)
The LM_NET listserv computer will respond with an informative message,
which will ask for a confirmation. You will then be added if you properly
follow the directions.
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****** 2. Signing off LM_NET ******
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In the event that you want to unsubscribe or sign off from LM_NET....
1. Send your signoff message to:
LISTSERV@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
2. Type only these words in the first line of the message to be dropped:
signoff lm_net
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********** 3. Temporarily Stopping Mail From LM_NET **********
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If you want to stop receiving mail from LM_NET for a period of time, all
you have to do is send a specific message to the listserv computer which
handles LM_NET mail. Send the message to this address:
LISTSERV@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
In the body of the message, on the first line, type the following:
set lm_net nomail
You may need to confirm this by replying to a server-driven message that
same day so give yourself time before stopping.
To restart your LM_NET mail, send to the same address, the following:
set lm_net mail
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********** 4. LM_NET Keywords for Subject Headings **********
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Those posting to LM_NET are asked to help the LM_NET community by using
clear, concise subject headings indicating the content of the message.
Prefacing the detailed subject with one of our accepted keywords saves time
and energy of all those who read the list. Currently recommended keyword
headings are:
TARGET: request for information to be compiled for a HIT:
HIT: the compiled information from the TARGET request
GREET: for requests for greetings
TECH: for PC & MAC software & hardware discussions
REF: requests for all types of reference questions
JOBS: postings of job vacancies
ELEM: postings for kindergarten to 5th grade topics
MIDDLE: postings for middle school topics
SEC: postings for secondary grades (9 to 12)
GEN: anything that doesn't fit the other categories
HUMOR: anything humorous or not to be taken too seriously :-)
When in doubt about which to choose pick GEN:
A Subject header might look like these:
Subject: GEN: Special movie on PBS tonight
Subject: REF,SEC: Info on World War II
Comments: The TOPIC KEYWORD or KEYWORDS must be followed by a COLON and a=
BLANK SPACE before the regular description.
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****** 5. Finding the LM_NET Archives, Website, etc.******
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The LM_NET Archives, membership directory, and other related information=
are available at the AskERIC World Wide Website, and also linked via LM_NET=
On the Web. http://ericir.syr.edu/lm_net/
To find the LM_NET Message Archives:
1. Go directly to the host website, at AskERIC.
http://ericir.syr.edu/Virtual/Listserv_Archives/LM_NET.html
There you will find several options. You may browse by date or thread,
subject or author, or to do a keyword search of current and past LM_NET
messages. Messages are organized by year and month in folders.
2. Another way to access them is by going to the LM_NET On the Web Page:
http://ericir.syr.edu/lm_net/
Once at the "LM_NET On the Web Page", scroll down just a bit until you
see the section title: The Web LM_NET Archives. This points to a search
engine which allows access to LM_NET's Archives, plus the archives of
several other online groups that are archived at AskERIC. There is also
a link to the LM_NET archives listed by month and year.
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***** 6. Copyright and Message Posting Reminder *****
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Messages posted to LM_NET are archived not only in our own archives but=
in various newsgroup archives. Keep in mind that messages you send to this
list may be accessed by the general public. All postings to LM_NET are
protected under copyright law. Please remember to cite LM_NET and the
original sender when you use material outside of the LM_NET group.
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All postings to LM_NET are protected under copyright law.
To quit LM_NET (or set-reset NOMAIL or DIGEST), send email to:
listserv@listserv.syr.edu In the message write EITHER:
1) SIGNOFF LM_NET 2) SET LM_NET NOMAIL or 3) SET LM_NET DIGEST
4) SET LM_NET MAIL * Please allow for confirmation from Listserv
For LM_NET Help & Archives see: http://ericir.syr.edu/lm_net/
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