Amy,

unfortunately since i have joined conch-l,  I receive so much spam sent to
this address it's crazy. At least 40 a day, sometimes more. Even despite my
email settings, spam control and preferences. Is there anything conch-l can
do about that, or I can do about that?

lyle


> [Original Message]
> From: Amy Edwards <[log in to unmask]>
> To: <[log in to unmask]>
> Date: 1/28/2006 3:59:46 PM
> Subject: conch-l attachments, email posts etc.
>
> Hi,
>
> I wanted to answer the questions recently raised concerning what conch-l
> allows and does not allow, and why we have rules at all.
>
> The rules were put in place to keep conch-l a useful and usable list.
These
> rules are modified as needed in response to problems as they are
encountered.
>
> Why is there a subscription policy?
> This helps keep spam off of the list - and that is very important.
>
> Why don't we allow attachments?
> There are several reasons, but the two largest are:
> 1) to keep out viruses
> 2) so that subscribers who have email account limits (or pay for the space
> used) are not hit with large emails.  By far the best way to make images
or
> other large files available is to put them on a web or ftp site and then
> send out a link to that URL.  Subscribers who are interested in the
> information can then retrieve it, and those who are not interested are not
> bothered by a slow download, full email box or unexpected costs.
>
> Why is conch-l non-commercial?
> Yes we are hosted by a University and they do have rules about commercial
> posting.  We do allow informational posts, such as announcements of new
> websites, books, DVD, shell club and COA announcements.  But this list is
> not a place to send advertisements for your own personal gain.
>
> What if I have a question about posting?
> You can read the rules on line at:
> http://www.arches.uga.edu/~amylyne/CONCH-L/CONCH-L.html
> You can send email to: [log in to unmask]
> You can send me email: [log in to unmask]
>
> I hope this answers your questions, if I missed one let me know and I'll
try
> to answer it as well.
>
> Happy e-shelling
>
> Amy
>
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