Along with access to various features and services, Web World membership includes the basic responsibility of being a good netizen and following the rules of the road -- in this case, the Information Superhighway.

Members are expected to exercise good netiquette in order to maintain a safe and peaceful online environment. In an effort to maintain this environment, Web World maintains a zero-tolerance policy on network abuse and takes immediate action against anyone who abuses their account privileges at the expense and inconvenience of other Internet users.

One of the most common forms of network abuse is "spamming," which can constitute many different activities. Every Internet user must understand that when sending email, the recipient must have already requested the material prior to the email being sent. Some examples of what would be considered spamming include:

Massive email broadcasts to other Internet users that advertise a product or service, especially those advertising illegal money-making schemes: "Junk" email, Unsolicited email Email sent out in bulk, and Excessive cross-posting in newsgroups.

Web World encourages its members to learn more about network abuse and the company's policies on the subject. Information on Copyright/Trademark policy, the Subscriber Acceptable Use Policy, and the Internet Access Agreement are all available on the Web World web site.

To learn more about network abuse, read The Net Abuse FAQ, and check out spam.abuse.net where you'll find great resources on what spam is, and what to do about it. Newsgroups, also known as Usenet, are commonly targeted by spammers. In the event that you fall victim to network abuse, or any violation of Web World's policies, send your complaint to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.