Ringually Mailing List Information
Mailing List Home Page:
[ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ringually ]
Yahoo!Groups Help Page (for newcomers):
[ http://help.yahoo.com/help/groups/ ]

  In, this section, you can find information regarding the new mailing list. Whether you are new to the list or have been a member in the past, this page's goal is to give you information on the new and improved Yahoo!-based mailing list system. Below there is a brief expanation of the list, rules for the list, and even a quick join. So I hope this will help clear up any confusion that you may have. Thanks!


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[ Info ] | [ Rules ] | [ List Features ] | [ Sending to the List ] | [ Join ]

Brief Info

  This list is more than just a list. It is what is called a "Group List", which makes this list similar to a messageboard. Members can 'post' email up on this board AND to the members on the list by simply sending an email. It is hosted by Yahoo!Groups, and it has many features that the old ListBot server did not. Before joining (or even if you've already joined), it would be appreciated if you read all of the following information. It will give you an idea of what kind of list this is.

Rules

  Before joining, PLEASE read these rules and abide by them. It will make EVERYONE'S life happier.

  1. Because this is a moderated list (meaning I see all and must approve all email going to the list), you can be assured there will be no SPAM, junk, or useless email. In otherwords: NO SPAMMING.
  2. The only stuff allowed to be sent through the mailing list by other members are updates on YOUR webpages (will be read first by me, THEN approved) and/or some interesting, useful news pertaining to the Pet Shop Boys, such as concert dates, TV Spots, etc. Anything I find inappropriate for the list will be removed. Chain mail, SPAM mail, and useless emails are NOT allowed and will put you in my "3 strikes and you're out" book.
  3. No profanity or sex-related content. This is supposed to a family-friendly site, so I don't want the F-word every 2 words. "Hell" is alright, as long as it is used appropriately.
  4. If you want to communicate with other members of the list, use the "CHAT" function -- don't flood the list with emails to individuals. Doing this will also put you in my "3 strikes and you're out" book. Please note that ONLY MEMBERS ON THE LIST are allowed in the chat room, and my assumption is you are all mature enough to keep it clean. Just don't be obnoxious. Anyone abusing the Chat function will be banned from the list (and yes, I can do that).
  5. Don't add stupid links to the bookmarks section. They will be checked on a regular basis by me. You may place your webpages up there, as well as your other favourite PSB-related sites. That's it. YOUR site doesn't have to be PSB related, so long as it's suitable for all audiences (rating must be no greater than PG).

Member Features

  Yahoo!Groups has provided some pretty cool features for this list. Below are the main ones outlined in the RULES above and the ones I feel will be used the most.

  • Messages and Message Posting:
      This will be the two most used links on this Mailing List. Messages is where you can view past postings by me and other members of the list, similar to a message board. Message Posting is the easiest way to send messages to the list. Because this is a moderated list, ALL messages posted MUST be approved first by me. For example, say you are on the list and would like to let members on my list know of your webpage's updates, simply post a full email (an email saying "I updated!" will NOT be accepted) and click send. Emails saying who you are, what your website is, and what's been changed have a better chance of being approved by me, just so you know. PLEASE do not send random junk to the list. That is what the "CHAT" feature (below) is for.
  • Chat Function:
      PSBR now has a chat feature, but unfortunately it is for members of the list only. This chat is for random jargon not relating (or relating, whichever) to the Pet Shop Boys and such. Please keep the chat clean, as anyone abusing the feature will be banned from the mailing list. Please be reminded that this is a JAVA Chat, and requires Netscape 4.08+ or MSIE 4.0+ to operate.
  • Bookmarks:
      This is similar to a free-for-all links. Please be responsible and add only family-friendly or PG sites to the links. They will be checked on a regular basis. Acceptable bookmarks: your webpage and webpages that are related to anything Pet Shop Boys. Also, other BritPop groups are allowed on the bookmarks list, so long as the site is not plastered in profanity. Hate sites are NOT allowed and will be removed immediately.

Sending to the List

  Below is a list of the addresses for the list and a description of their purpose.

  • ringually@yahoogroups.com:
      This is the address if you would like to post a message to the list. In sending the email, it will automatically be sent to me for verification. If you prefer, you can also post messages by clicking here (this link will bring you to a form instead, which also must be verified by me prior to posting).

  • ringually-subscribe@yahoogroups.com:
      Not a member yet? Then you can simply join via email! Just send a blank message to the link above! That's it! Or, if you like filling out forms, go here.

  • ringually-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com:
      If you're tired of being on this list *sniffles*, then send a blank email to this address.

  • ringually-owner@yahoogroups.com:
      If you want to send a private email to only me in regards to this list, send it to the above address. In sending a message to this address, it will never appear on the list and will only be read by me only.

Join the List

  Just simply fill in your email address in the box below and click submit. It will then bring you to a Yahoo! sign-in page. Just follow the steps from there.


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  If you need more help on the features provided by Yahoo!Groups or have a question regarding the list, you may want to check out Yahoo!Groups' Groups Help Page. It is a brief but informative help guide that explains everything in a Q & A format. I recommend it to new users of Yahoo!Groups.
  Thank you for taking the time to go through this Mailing List Information Page, and I hope I have cleared up any concerns you may have had.

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