Slate's Manners for the Digital Age

The Teacher Tweeting TMI: Manners for the Digital Age #55

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 20 May 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you tell your sister-in-law, a middle school teacher, that her tweeting is inappropriate?

Cell Phones in Locker Rooms: Manners for the Digital Age #54

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 13 May 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should a gym patron ask management to enforce its cell-free locker room policy?

Saying No to Social Networking: Manners for the Digital Age #53

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 06 May 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Does opting out of any and all social networks make you seem "suspicious"?

Audio Cocooning: Manners for the Digital Age #52

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it rude to pop in your earbuds when catching a ride to work with someone?

Stolen Status Update: Manners for the Digital Age #51

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 03:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you confront a Facebook friend who shares the links you post but doesn’t acknowledge where she found them?

Sext-o-Genarian: Manners for the Digital Age #50

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 03:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: What should you do when you receive unsolicited messages of a sexual nature on your cell phone?

Twitter Therapy: Manners for the Digital Age #49

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 03:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it appropriate to follow your psychiatrist on Twitter or Facebook. How about friending a family member’s shrink?

Say It to My Face, Not on Facebook!: Manners for the Digital Age #48

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 03:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you confront a Facebook friend who seems to be mocking your posts with her own sarcastic status updates?

Working My Nerves: Manners for the Digital Age #47

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 03:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you let a colleague borrow your earbuds even though you’re grossed out by it? Plus, other work etiquette dilemmas.

Seizing My Social Network: Manners for the Digital Age #46

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 18 Mar 2012 03:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should employers commandeer your social network to promote their products?

Our Door Is Always Open: Digital Manners #45

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 11 Mar 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should parents always come to the door when picking up their kids from a playmate’s house? A father laments that texts have taken the place of face-to-face parental interaction.

Revenge of the Facebook Stalker: Manners for the Digital Age #44

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you tell a cheater’s significant other about his extracurricular activities via Facebook?

De-Friending Family: Manners for the Digital Age #43

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it necessary to “de-friend” someone who is leaving your family due to divorce?

Amateur Wedding Paparazzi: Manners for the Digital Age #42

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it socially acceptable to take out your cell phone and snap photos of a wedding ceremony in progress, then post the shots to Facebook before the ink on the marriage certificate is dry?

Doubting Dater: Manners for the Digital Age #41

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: What should you do when your Internet dates repeatedly text lame excuses to cancel?

You’ve Got It All Wrong!: Manners for the Digital Age #40

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you correct the bad facts and blatant lies that friends post to their Facebook pages?

Offline Lover: Manners for the Digital Age #39

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Are couples obligated to interact via social media, or is face-to-face contact more than enough?

Hands off the DVR: Manners for the Digital Age #38

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it rude for the babysitter to save TV shows on your digital video recorder without asking first?

Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?: Manners for the Digital Age #37

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: When you’re hanging out with pals, but other friends aren’t invited, is it rude to post the details to Facebook?

Résumé Robbed: Manners for the Digital Age #36

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: What do you do when a co-worker pads her LinkedIn résumé with YOUR job title and qualifications?

You with the Earbuds, Turn It Down!: Manners for the Digital Age #35

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 25 Dec 2011 05:30:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: What do you do when you're trapped next to someone whose music is bleeding out from their earbuds?

Porn at 20,000 Feet: Manners for the Digital Age #34

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 15:47:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you alert the flight crew if your fellow passenger is watching porn on the plane?

I Thought You'd Have a Better Body: Manners for the Digital Age #33

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 11 Dec 2011 13:45:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you tell your Internet date that his/her profile photo is deceptive?

Your Ringtone Is Driving Me Crazy: Manners for the Digital Age #32

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 04 Dec 2011 05:39:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it okay to ask a colleague to put his phone on vibrate or to change his ringtone?

Call Me Back When You're Out of the Bathroom: Manners for the Digital Age #31

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 05:12:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it okay to "conduct your business" while conducting your business?

Don't Post Pictures of My Kid on the Internet, Part 2: Manners for the Digital Age #30

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 05:12:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe follow up a past episode with a discussion about photography, the Internet and the law.

Work Friends vs. Real Friends: Manners for the Digital Age #29

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 06:22:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is there any good way to tell colleagues that you have a no-Facebook-friends policy at work?

The Virtual Baby Shower: Manners for the Digital Age #28

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 05:16:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it too tacky to send far-flung friends of the expectant mother a link to a gift registry?

When the Internet Reveals Too Much: Manners for the Digital Age #27

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 05:18:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you let on that you learned something very personal about a friend after Googling their name?

Don't Post Pictures of My Kid on the Internet: Manners for the Digital Age #26

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 07:59:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it reasonable to request that photos from a children's birthday party that include your kid be taken down?

Texting on Takeoff: Manners for the Digital Age #25

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 05:58:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you tattle on an airline passenger who ignores the announcement to turn off all electronics?

The Case of the Cross-Dressing Newbie: Manners for the Digital Age #24

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 05:55:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you inform an old acquaintance who is new to Facebook that his comments about cross-dressing are relatively public?

Hey Buddy, Check the Comment Thread: Manners for the Digital Age #23

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 14:37:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it necessary to read through an entire comment thread to avoid repetition?

The Shrinking Reply and the Vanishing Valediction: Manners for the Digital Age #22

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 15:05:33 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Are all these one-word email replies filling up my inbox really necessary?

Do Evites Cheapen the Wedding?: Manners for the Digital Age #21

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 03:58:48 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it okay to send a digital invitation to your Big Day or is paper still imperative?

We Can Hear You Having Sex: Manners for the Digital Age #20

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 04:33:44 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you use your WiFi network name to communicate with your neighbors?

Tweeting Your Own Horn: Manners for the Digital Age #19

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it OK to tweet your own horn?

When Parents Blow Your Online Cover: Manners for the Digital Age #18

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: What should you do when your parents give out your email address to sites you are sure will spam you?

Scooping Your Friends and Family on Facebook: Manners for the Digital Age #17

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Who gets to announce big news, like having a baby or getting engaged, online?

Enough With The Earbuds: Manners for the Digital Age #16

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it wrong to expect your spouse to pull out his earbuds when you are speaking?

Texting During a Work Dinner: Manners for the Digital Age #15

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 16:18:05 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it OK to text about your co-workers during a work dinner?

Are Some Things Too Private for Facebook?: Manners for the Digital Age #14

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should you announce everything, even a death, on Facebook?

Who Invited the Smartphone to Dinner?: Manners for the Digital Age #13

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 15:38:28 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it rude to keep your cell phone on the table during a night out with friends?

So You've Accepted a Friend Request, Now What?: Manners for the Digital Age #12

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 14:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: What's the polite way to accept a friend request?

Does Love Mean Sharing Passwords?: Manners for the Digital Age #11

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 03 Jul 2011 13:00:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Should a married couple share their email passwords?

Texting Behind the Wheel: Manners for the Digital Age #10

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sat, 25 Jun 2011 01:24:00 +0000

Should you confront another driver who's texting while driving? Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question.

Email Gone Astray: Manners for the Digital Age #9

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:51:00 +0000

What should you do if you get an email meant for someone else? Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question.

Relationship Status Stress: Manners for the Digital Age #8

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 04:48:00 +0000

What happens if one person in a relationship wants to post their status on Facebook, but the other doesn't? Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question.

OK to Ignore a Tweet?: Manners for the Digital Age #7

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:04:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: Is it rude not to reply to a Twitter message directed at you?

Hiding Your Guest List: Manners for the Digital Age #6

digitalmanners@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 29 May 2011 14:06:00 +0000

Slate's tech columnist Farhad Manjoo and Dear Prudence advice columnist Emily Yoffe debate the question: When is it all right to hide your guest list in an Evite or in the BCC line?