.SIG file
Definition
A short block of text at the end of a message identifying the sender and providing additional information about them.
Information
A .sig file is small text file (with a .sig extension) that can be
automatically attached to the end of email messages. The phrase SIG
file is also used to identify blocks of text used for similar purposes
through different channels, such as discussion group messages.
For personal use, SIG files often include humorous sayings or signature
art. These can be automatically rotated so frequent recipients do not
see the same message every time.
For business use, SIG files often include a mix of contact information
and business promotion. This may include the sender's name, job title,
company name, phone #, fax #, email address, Web site address, tag line
and brief benefits of your products or services.
There are netiquette issues concerning posting a sig in public forums.
Some moderated forums discourage and disallow any form of self-promotional
signature. As always, fully read the Terms & Conditions and get
a feel for what is acceptable at a forum before posting.
Synonyms
signature file
Related Terms
email marketing, forum, netiquette, viral marketing
Sites
Google Directory : Visual Arts ASCII Art : Signature Art
Yahoo : Communications : Email : Signature Files and Quotes
Articles
Making Your SIG File Market for You
ClickZ (January 31, 2001)
Harness the Power of Your .SIG
WebWord.com (September 8, 1998)
E-Mail Signatures: One Size Does NOT Fit All
Promotion World
Looking After Your Signature File
Promotion World
Online Promotion Using Signature Files
grantasticdesigns.com
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