Goodbye to Spam!!
In an attempt to get rid of spam comments, i have added a plug in that will prompt you to enter a code when you comment to a post.
October 17, 2007
February 19, 2007
Spam Spam Spam
Our blog has had an increase in spam comments over the past few days. This has included comments that are irritating, like ads for free ringtones. It has also included offensive and pornographic comments, with links to sites wholly inappropriate for the workplace.
It's basically the same type of ridiculous stuff that takes up way too much space in our email boxes. I'm just sorry that we've all had to see it on the blog, especially since the blog is part of our work environment.
I am monitoring the situation and will be cleaning up spam comments one to two times per week. If "junking" these doesn't decrease the problem, we may have to move to a moderated format where comments are submitted/approved before being posted to the blog. While I'd rather have a completely open-access forum where ideas can be published immediately, some level of oversight may be needed if this spamming continues.
Death to spammers!
Any questions or concerns? Let me know.
December 05, 2006
Posting comments - must refresh
The comment function on the blog is working just dandy...
However, sometimes it appears as though a comment is not posted. In this case, refresh the page and the comment should appear.
If you experience any trouble with making blog comments, let Margaret know. Thanks!
June 07, 2006
Posting Images to the Blog
That's a picture of my dog, a greyhound named Betty.
To answer a comment of Brandon's: Yes!! anyone can post pictures to the blog. This blog is mainly a place to find out about work related information, but who says it can't be fun?! I think it would be great if anyone wants to post fun pics or a funny rant every so often.
Simply:
1. Email the picture to Margaret at ostr0067@umn.edu along with any text you would like posted with it.
2. I will post the picture within one or two days, as soon as I can get to it.
If possible, make sure the picture is an appropriate size & cropped well. For example, the dog picture above is width217xheight162. The newspaper clip art below is 92x81. The fruit picture is 400x202.
May 18, 2006
Anyone Can Potentially See This Blog
This is an open blog and can be viewed by anyone using the Internet. Please observe the following rules:
1. Never use the names of Library users even if discussing a particular situation you encountered at work.
2. Do not use the last names of your co-workers (other students and full time staff) to protect everyone's privacy.
3. Be sensitive about the content you post. If it's not something you're OK with broadcasting, choose to communicate it in another way.
The chances of people outside of our work unit viewing this blog are remote; however, the possibility is there and we need to prevent publishing information that is sensitive or private in nature. This especially includes our interactions with specific Library users.
All student workers please comment to indicate you've read this.
May 17, 2006
Welcome to the Blog
Welcome to our exciting new two-way communication tool at Reserve & Periodicals. Anyone can post anything*, and we hope to see many of your bright ideas on this blog. Full time staff are the moderators.
Students are required as a part of their job to check for new postings and read them every day that they work. They will be responsible for knowing policy and procedures posted to this blog. Failure to keep up to date with the blog can result in action by full time staff.
Sometimes, students will be required to comment to indicate that they have read and understand the information. Unless you have other questions/input, simply post a comment containing your first name and last initial.
* Please assign your posts to relevant categories. Your posts are subject to editing if rules are broken, there is mistaken information or it is in the wrong category. All student workers are expected to abide by all University and Libraries Policies. Profanity, spam, flaming, and bad behavior are not allowed.
No one will be censored for your opinions or questions or posting, as long as they do not violate above policies.
All student workers must comment to indicate they have read this post.