[Chirimoya]

This advice applies to all forums

We would like to remind our posters that it is sensible to maintain a reasonable level of confidentiality when using public message boards.

1. Don't post your telephone number or e-mail address on a forum. If you want to make contact with other posters, DR1 has a Private Messaging system, commonly known as PMs.

2. Don't use your full name as a screen name, or when posting in a forum.

3. Mention your location if it is relevant to the thread topic, but be vague about specifics like street name and number.

4. Don't broadcast exact travel plans. Again, if it is relevant to the thread topic, keep it reasonably vague.

5. Don't highlight vulnerability - don't mention you are at home on your own, etc.

While it may seem that way at times, posting on a public forum like DR1 is not just a cozy chat with trusted friends. Dozens more people are reading who rarely or never post.