Which term outlines standards for polite online communication?

• A. Netiquette
• B. Research Journal
• C. Index
• D. Collaborate

Answer: (A)

Netiquette is the set of guidelines that outline how people should behave and communicate politely online. It covers using respectful language, avoiding flaming or personal attacks, respecting others’ privacy, giving proper credit, and thinking before posting. These standards help keep online spaces civil and productive across emails, forums, social media, and chat. That’s why this term is the best answer—it directly names the norms for courteous digital communication. The other terms refer to different things: a research journal is a personal record of research activity, an index is a guide to topics with locations in a text or database, and collaborate describes working together with others rather than a standard for online conduct.