Hackers-IL Mini-Charter

From Hackers-IL

Note

This is a mini-charter of Hackers-IL. It should be used when people asked what is this forum about, or when the group requires something.

The Charter Itself

Hackers-IL is a mailing list for computer enthusiasts who enjoy intelligently discussing creative programming and other branches of science and technology. We do not discuss computer intrusion (the media-perpetuated meaning of "hacking") and do not sanction such activities. The group comprises mostly of people who are knowledgeable or very knowledgeable about computers or science, many times with a formal education. However, we are open for everybody who is eager for knowledge and mind exercise.

There is no limit on the language used, but the members have a good sense of Internet etiquette and foul language is only heard in extreme cases.

The topics of discussion include and revolve around computers, technology, the Internet, Open Source/Free Software and books. Off-topic discussions include help-desk questions, help in obtaining illegal access to computer systems and getting even with your ex-something by sending them viruses.

Hackers-IL relates to Israel in the sense that most members bear some relationship to Israel. While the formal language of the mailing list is English, there will be instances where we will write parts of a message in Hebrew, if it can contribute to the discussion. Furthermore, we may link to Israel-related and Hebrew articles, and discuss topics which are of special interest to Israelis.

We accept members regardless of their nationality, religion, gender, etc. The list admins maintain the right to kick out a subscriber that posts offending and defamatory messages to the list. Only list members may post to the list.

Messages to the list should be text-only and should use the US-ASCII encoding (preferably) or UTF-8 when there's a good need.