Quarto
Unknown Enemy
Over the last few days, we here at the CIC have been busy, working on a new set of Rules & Regs for the CZone. _This_ is it. This is most definitely official, has the approval of every CIC Staff member and Moderator. It will soon replace the old set, which you may find in the Register page.
Yes, you do have to obey these, effective as of right now.
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1) The word of an administrator or moderator, in reference to the rules of this chat zone, is final. Also, if you think another user is breaking the rules, do _not_ flame or harass him/her. Let the moderators do their job.
2) If you think a subject you're posting is controversial (eg. Blair's death), think twice before posting it. While a good debate is to be enjoyed, some subjects have been debated to the death.
3) Due to the near-certainty of "(something) vs (something)" threads stirring up flames/discord, especially if they involve other sci-fi universes, such threads are specifically banned.
4) Do not post messages specifically for the purpose of plugging a site. On the other hand, references to web sites directly related to the discussion in the thread, or URLs in signatures, are allowed.
5) Since there are different people of different tastes and points of view, let's just say our opinions in a nice way and respect the others' reasonable opinions. Flames or other outright abusive language is not tolerated.
6) Talking about other subjects, even other space combat games, that are not directly related to WC is not the best idea. Proceed with caution.
7) When creating or modifying a signature, please keep them short (4 lines or less, in line with usenet netiquette).
8) The CIC reserves the right to close/remove any post/thread that is considered inappropriate.
9) If you believe that the CIC staff have made a mistake in regard to (8), you are allowed to protest. However, this is NOT to be done _on_ the board. You should use E-Mail, ICQ, or IRC. Any messages posted on the 'Zone for this purpose will be deleted, and the person responsible may, at the CIC's discretion, be banned.
10) Please be aware of the fact that the CIC is limited in bandwidth & server space, and try to be sensible with your posts. Which is not to say that you are to be serious 100% of the time - but there are limits on "silly" posts.
Disclaimer:
The CIC Staff reserve the right to reveal your identity (or whatever other information we know about you) in the event of a complaint or legal action arising from any message posted by you.
Finally, note that while the CIC Staff do check your posts, this is a manual process and as such, can take time. As such, you remain solely responsible for the content of your messages, and you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the CIC, Infopop Corporation (formerly Madrona Park, Inc. - the makers of the bulletin board software), and their agents with respect to any claim based upon transmission of your message(s).
Yes, you do have to obey these, effective as of right now.
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1) The word of an administrator or moderator, in reference to the rules of this chat zone, is final. Also, if you think another user is breaking the rules, do _not_ flame or harass him/her. Let the moderators do their job.
2) If you think a subject you're posting is controversial (eg. Blair's death), think twice before posting it. While a good debate is to be enjoyed, some subjects have been debated to the death.
3) Due to the near-certainty of "(something) vs (something)" threads stirring up flames/discord, especially if they involve other sci-fi universes, such threads are specifically banned.
4) Do not post messages specifically for the purpose of plugging a site. On the other hand, references to web sites directly related to the discussion in the thread, or URLs in signatures, are allowed.
5) Since there are different people of different tastes and points of view, let's just say our opinions in a nice way and respect the others' reasonable opinions. Flames or other outright abusive language is not tolerated.
6) Talking about other subjects, even other space combat games, that are not directly related to WC is not the best idea. Proceed with caution.
7) When creating or modifying a signature, please keep them short (4 lines or less, in line with usenet netiquette).
8) The CIC reserves the right to close/remove any post/thread that is considered inappropriate.
9) If you believe that the CIC staff have made a mistake in regard to (8), you are allowed to protest. However, this is NOT to be done _on_ the board. You should use E-Mail, ICQ, or IRC. Any messages posted on the 'Zone for this purpose will be deleted, and the person responsible may, at the CIC's discretion, be banned.
10) Please be aware of the fact that the CIC is limited in bandwidth & server space, and try to be sensible with your posts. Which is not to say that you are to be serious 100% of the time - but there are limits on "silly" posts.
Disclaimer:
The CIC Staff reserve the right to reveal your identity (or whatever other information we know about you) in the event of a complaint or legal action arising from any message posted by you.
Finally, note that while the CIC Staff do check your posts, this is a manual process and as such, can take time. As such, you remain solely responsible for the content of your messages, and you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the CIC, Infopop Corporation (formerly Madrona Park, Inc. - the makers of the bulletin board software), and their agents with respect to any claim based upon transmission of your message(s).
