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short note electronic discussion networks ​

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Your connection to the outside world via e-mail does not have to be a one-on-one situation. You can opt to join or subscribe to an electronic discussion group, also called a list. Thousands of these groups exist on the Internet; they are discussion fora comprised of people with a common interest (e.g., professional, leisure, research, and so forth). These groups range from being general in nature to having an extremely narrow and esoteric focus. A list with a broad appeal may have hundreds or even thousands of members, while a list that is very specific in nature and confined in terms of topic definition might only attract a small subscribership. Mail volume or number of daily postings can also vary widely. You need to consider this aspect if you have limited space on or infrequent access to your e-mail account. Your mailbox could overflow! Membership is generally free and one need not actively participate by posting regularly in most cases. "Lurkers" or those who read but do not post are usually welcome on lists also.