Private messages
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i tend to agree, a "private" message is just that, a private message, unless the sender agrees to the posting & is stated in the message in black & white.
If it's a threat, it should be posted up.
That way, some of the administrators can police the bullies, or in the case of terroristic threats, there is some evidence pertaining to that fact, should something happen.
Although i would suggest a screen shot vs a cut and paste copy.
TOO much can be manipulated with the highlight cut and paste, and the original PM can be deleted before anyone knows what's up.
With a screen shot Ctrl + PrtScn (with a paste into word, or paint, or wherever, it is a better representation) and not as easy to manipulate, therefore, it is more believable.
That way, some of the administrators can police the bullies, or in the case of terroristic threats, there is some evidence pertaining to that fact, should something happen.
Although i would suggest a screen shot vs a cut and paste copy.
TOO much can be manipulated with the highlight cut and paste, and the original PM can be deleted before anyone knows what's up.
With a screen shot Ctrl + PrtScn (with a paste into word, or paint, or wherever, it is a better representation) and not as easy to manipulate, therefore, it is more believable.
The internet is not a private place. Everyone should be aware that whatever you put out there could and most likely will come back you.
:thumbup: I agree with that, a Screen Capture is definately the way to go, because it is almost impossible to manipulate those.
Well, I guess it kind of depends on what you mean. Ethically, I guess it has to be on a case by case basis. Legally, PMs can be posted publicly at anytime. I learned fast in business school to be careful what you put in an e-mail or PM because once you send it, the person you're sending it to has every RIGHT, not saying its right, to publicize that information. I guess the moral of the story is don't send anything that you wouldn't feel comfortable with everyone seeing.
I think that this is a very good observation. Especially on a public forum, as opposed to e-mail, etc. Any message that is less than flattering will most likely be recorded or forwarded in some capacity. That's why you should just talk smack to peoples faces, lol.
It would depend on who it was that sent the PM....
If a friend sent me a pm and I thought I might want to post it. Then I would ask if it was alright for me to.
If some dipwad sent me a pm being beligerant, there should be no thought that it would be kept private.
Again, if it is someone that is sending something negative, I can't imagine why they would think it would necesarily be kept private.
That's foolish IMO.
I would especially post something if it was negative AND they said, hey keep this between you and me.
JAden
If a friend sent me a pm and I thought I might want to post it. Then I would ask if it was alright for me to.
If some dipwad sent me a pm being beligerant, there should be no thought that it would be kept private.
Again, if it is someone that is sending something negative, I can't imagine why they would think it would necesarily be kept private.
That's foolish IMO.
I would especially post something if it was negative AND they said, hey keep this between you and me.
JAden
If someone threatens or rips you off and the PM shows that then why not post it,if people post PMs because they got ripped off then that is fine with me.If someone is sending PMs with threats and insults then that is fine also,its not acceptable to PM people like that in the first place,if you do PM someone that way you should be banned.
Years ago one of my co workers took a day off and called in personal. The next day the boss asked him why he took the day off. He said that he called in personal. The boss said that doesn't tell him anything. The employee said that is the purpose.
Private message or not. If it's a threat or dealing with something illegal then I don't see anything wrong with posting it. I have seen quit a few PM's posted for different things, and very few people saying they should have ept them private.
That being said, I personally wouldn't have posted what John. I feel BOTH are acting childish but don't fault either one for their actions to this point. It's just a lot of talk right now, hopefully it stays that way.
That being said, I personally wouldn't have posted what John. I feel BOTH are acting childish but don't fault either one for their actions to this point. It's just a lot of talk right now, hopefully it stays that way.
I have posted a few PM's
I have posted a few PM's. In every case it was when a lying two-bit piece of dirt thought that they could get away with saying the opposite in private to what they were saying in public at the same time.
Folks, consider this prior notice. When you act like butter won't melt in your mouth in public while sending me filth in private I will post the PM's, bank on it! Send me threats, expect this to be posted for my own protection.
As many people here know, I always respect confidences from decent people. Garbage deserves no such consideration.
Hu
I have posted a few PM's. In every case it was when a lying two-bit piece of dirt thought that they could get away with saying the opposite in private to what they were saying in public at the same time.
Folks, consider this prior notice. When you act like butter won't melt in your mouth in public while sending me filth in private I will post the PM's, bank on it! Send me threats, expect this to be posted for my own protection.
As many people here know, I always respect confidences from decent people. Garbage deserves no such consideration.
Hu
