Discussion lists

A discussion list is a collection of email addresses of people interested in a topic or idea. It is a means of sharing information with a large group of people at once. Discussion lists can be set up to discuss new ideas, share tips and techniques or provide a form of support and assistance.

A list owner manages a discussion list. This person is responsible for the management of the list. This includes:

• Topic of the list
  
• General rules
  
• Basic administration

The list owner often has a community building role, encouraging conversations, supporting new members and keeping harmony within the list.

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