In addition to Bill and Dan's comments, you could also consider
the methods of distribution:
 
1) TOPIC-ical areas
 
2) DIGEST
 
3) INDEX
 
4) REPLY-TO= SENDER,RESPECT
 
5) update your Welcome file to place emphasis on how
   to interact with the list (no "me toos," surveys
   answers to originator
 
6) MAX size for each posting
 
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