Setting Up and Using E-mail Lists

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Setting Up and Using E-mail Lists
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What is an e-mail list?

• A group of people who communicate by e-mail with
  one another through one address.

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Types of e-mail lists

• Announcements-only
• Moderated list
• Unmoderated list

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Why should you consider using an e-mail list?

• It's a quick and inexpensive way to
• Get information out to a large number of people
• Create a forum for discussion
• Generate support for a cause or an action, etc.

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When is a good time to use an e-mail list?

• Anytime is a good time to use an e-mail list

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How to set up and use an e-mail list

• Choose a list administrator
• Select an ISP and set up an e-mail account to be
  used ONLY for the list
• Choose list management software
• Write a formal list policy
• Let people know about the e-mail list
• Make sure the list is well maintained, make
  adjustments to the policy as needed
• Use the list