[Asterisk-doc] How to use the Asterisk IRC Channel Politely

[Peter Grace]

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Guys,

~    Check this out and let me know what you think:

*How to Politely Use the Asterisk IRC Channel*

~ Asterisk power users and developers are often found conversing and
socializing in the #asterisk channel of the freenode IRC network.
There are some common guidelines that will help you get your questions
answered.

~ 1) Dont be discouraged if someone does not immediately answer your
questions.  Sometimes questions will not be answered if a simple
google search can solve your issue.

~ 2) Please do not repeat your question multiple times in a short time
frame.  This is an easy way to annoy many of the users in the
channel.  If someone does not acknowledge you within 5 minutes of your
query, it is safe to ask your question again.  Do not be obnoxious
about it, though.

~ 3) A lot of the users in the channel run professional consulting
companies that request payment in exchange for help.  Do not be
discouraged by this; it is free market capitalization and is for the
good of the Asterisk community.  If you do not wish to pay for quality
support, that is fine; many people will not answer your questions,
however.  Usually, if youre willing to pay for support, let it be
known early on and your chances of receiving quality support will
increase.

~ 4) The normal rules of internet etiquette apply:  please do not use
ALL CAPS (which indicates yelling), do not use excessively foul
language directed at another person in the channel, and overall,
please behave.  Being rude and obnoxious will only serve to get you
ignored quickly.



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pete
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